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Weighted Sit-Ups - With Bands

Weighted Sit-Ups - With Bands is an intermediate isolation exercise that mainly works your abs.

💪 Abs🏋️ Other📈 Intermediate🔗 Isolation🎯 3 sets of 10-15 reps
Weighted Sit-Ups - With Bands: starting position
Starting position
Weighted Sit-Ups - With Bands: end position
End position

How to do the weighted sit-ups - with bands

  1. Start out by strapping the bands around the base of the decline bench. Place the handles towards the inside of the decline bench so that when lying down, you can reach for both of them.
  2. Position your legs through the decline machine until they are secured. Now reach for the exercise bands with both hands. Use a pronated (palms forward) grip to grasp the handles. Position them near your collar bone and rotate your wrist to a neutral grip (palms facing the torso). Note: Your arms should remain stationary throughout the exercise. This is the starting position.
  3. Move your torso upward until your upper body is perpendicular to the floor while exhaling. Hold the contraction for a second and lower your upper body back down to the starting position while inhaling.
  4. Repeat for the recommended amount of repetitions.

Muscles worked

Primary: Abs

Sets and reps

Do 3 sets of 10-15 reps with 60-90 seconds of rest, using a weight you can control through the full range. Add reps first, then weight.

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Weighted Sit-Ups - With Bands alternatives

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FAQ

What muscles does the weighted sit-ups - with bands work?

It mainly works your abs.

How many sets and reps of weighted sit-ups - with bands should I do?

Do 3 sets of 10-15 reps with 60-90 seconds of rest, using a weight you can control through the full range. Add reps first, then weight.

Is the weighted sit-ups - with bands good for beginners?

It suits lifters with some experience. Beginners can start with a lighter weight or one of the alternatives below.

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