Incline Twisting Situp
Description
The incline twisting sit-up performs sit-ups on a decline bench and adds a torso rotation at the top — bringing the opposite elbow toward the opposite knee. It combines the decline ab loading with oblique rotation for complete core work.
Equipment Required
Incline Twisting Situp Instructions
- Lie on a decline bench with feet hooked under the pads. Hands behind your head.
- Sit up and rotate — bring your right elbow toward your left knee.
- Return to the decline position.
- Sit up and rotate the other way — left elbow to right knee.
- Continue alternating.
- Control both the sit-up and the rotation.
- Use bodyweight or hold a plate for added resistance.
- Aim for 10 to 15 reps per side.
Incline Twisting Situp Form & Visual
Incline Twisting Situp Benefits
- Combines decline ab loading with oblique rotation
- Builds abs and obliques together
- Greater resistance than flat twisting sit-ups
- Simple setup
- Easy to add weight
- Complete core exercise
Incline Twisting Situp Muscles Worked
- Rectus abdominis
- Obliques
- Hip flexors
