Mainly muscles involved:
- Abs
For whom:
- Beginners
- Intermediate
- Advanced
- Building muscles
Execution:
Starting position:
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Sit on a decline bench holding a barbell.
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Secure your legs and slowly lie down.
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Grasp the barbell overhand and straighten your arms over the shoulders.
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Lift your chest and pull shoulder blades together.
Action:
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Take a deep breath and tighten your abs and glutes.
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As you exhale, raise your torso to the 90-degrees angle in your hips.
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Slowly go back to the starting position with an inhale.
Most often making mistakes:
- Lack of pace control
- Relaxing abs
My tips
- Don’t relax the abs while lowering your body.
- Keep your core tight the whole time.
- Perform the exercise slowly, controlling the pace.
