About this exercise
The decline rotational sit-up targets the obliques while also engaging the abs and core, building rotational strength and definition through the midsection.
Decline bench rotational sit up
Step by step instructions, muscle activation and variants for the Decline bench rotational sit up.
MediumObliques
How to Perform
- Secure your legs at the top of a decline bench and lie back with your hands by your temples or crossed over your chest
- Engage your core and curl your torso up off the bench
- As you rise, rotate your trunk to bring one shoulder toward the opposite knee
- Pause and squeeze your obliques at the top of the movement
- Lower yourself back down under control to the starting position
- Repeat to the opposite side, alternating with each repetition
Muscle Activation
Primary
Obliques
Secondary
AbsCore
Common Mistakes
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About the Decline bench rotational sit up
The Decline bench rotational sit up is a foundational movement that builds strength and muscle through controlled, progressive overload. Train it 1 to 2 times per week with 3 to 5 working sets per session, gradually adding weight or reps as form holds up.