How to Do Dumbbell Decline Sit Up

Dumbbell Decline 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 Sit Up

  1. 01Secure the feet under the decline bench pads and hold a dumbbell firmly against the upper chest.
  2. 02Lower the torso until the shoulder blades nearly touch the bench.
  3. 03Exhale and curl the spine off the bench, ribcage moving toward the pelvis.
  4. 04Pause at the top of the contraction for one second.
  5. 05Lower the spine back down one vertebra at a time to maintain tension.

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02 / Anatomy

Muscles worked by Dumbbell Decline 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

Avoid pulling your chin to your chest by keeping the eyes focused on a spot on the ceiling throughout the movement.

Same coaching engine used inside the A90 app

05 / FAQ

Dumbbell Decline Sit Up questions

What muscles does Dumbbell Decline Sit Up work?

Dumbbell Decline 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 Sit Up correctly?

Secure the feet under the decline bench pads and hold a dumbbell firmly against the upper chest. Lower the torso until the shoulder blades nearly touch the bench. Exhale and curl the spine off the bench, ribcage moving toward the pelvis. Pause at the top of the contraction for one second. Lower the spine back down one vertebra at a time to maintain tension.

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

Avoid pulling your chin to your chest by keeping the eyes focused on a spot on the ceiling throughout the movement.

Is Dumbbell Decline Sit Up suitable for beginners?

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

What equipment do you need for Dumbbell Decline Sit Up?

Dumbbell Decline Sit Up uses dumbbell.

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