How to Do Dumbbell Decline Overhead Sit Up

Dumbbell Decline Overhead Sit Up is a core exercise using dumbbell, listed as intermediate in the A90 Training Club catalogue.

Primary muscle

Core

Equipment

Dumbbell

Difficulty

Intermediate

01 / Move with control

How to perform

How to do Dumbbell Decline Overhead Sit Up

  1. 01Secure the feet under the pads of a decline bench and hold a dumbbell with both hands directly over the chest.
  2. 02Lower the torso until the shoulder blades touch the bench while simultaneously extending the dumbbell behind the head.
  3. 03Initiate the sit up by flexing the spine and driving the dumbbell toward the ceiling in a vertical line.
  4. 04Finish the movement in a tall seated position with the dumbbell held directly overhead.
  5. 05Exhale forcefully at the top of the contraction before descending under tension.

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02 / Anatomy

Muscles worked by Dumbbell Decline Overhead Sit Up

Primary Stabiliser Inactive

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Primary movers

  • Core Stabilises the spine and transfers force.

Stabilisers

  • Lower back Stabilises the spine during lifts and bends.
  • Forearms Grips and stabilises the wrist under load.

03 / A90 Coach

A90 Coach tip

Keep the arms fully locked at the elbows throughout the ascent to prevent the triceps from taking over the load.

Same coaching engine used inside the A90 app

05 / FAQ

Dumbbell Decline Overhead Sit Up questions

What muscles does Dumbbell Decline Overhead Sit Up work?

Dumbbell Decline Overhead Sit Up is catalogued as a core exercise in A90 Training Club, with the core as its primary muscle group.

How do you do Dumbbell Decline Overhead Sit Up correctly?

Secure the feet under the pads of a decline bench and hold a dumbbell with both hands directly over the chest. Lower the torso until the shoulder blades touch the bench while simultaneously extending the dumbbell behind the head. Initiate the sit up by flexing the spine and driving the dumbbell toward the ceiling in a vertical line. Finish the movement in a tall seated position with the dumbbell held directly overhead. Exhale forcefully at the top of the contraction before descending under tension.

What is the A90 coach tip for Dumbbell Decline Overhead Sit Up?

Keep the arms fully locked at the elbows throughout the ascent to prevent the triceps from taking over the load.

Is Dumbbell Decline Overhead Sit Up suitable for beginners?

Dumbbell Decline Overhead Sit Up is rated intermediate in the A90 Training Club catalogue.

What equipment do you need for Dumbbell Decline Overhead Sit Up?

Dumbbell Decline Overhead Sit Up uses dumbbell.

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