Incline Dumbbell Press to Sit Up
Combines upper body pressing with core activation
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At a glance
| Muscles worked | Primary: Chest. Secondary: abs and core |
|---|---|
| Muscle group | Chest |
| Difficulty | Intermediate |
| Type | Strength · Push |
| Sets & reps | 4 sets × 10-12 reps |
| Estimated calories burned | ~60 kcal |
How to do it
- Step 1: Lie on incline bench holding dumbbells
- Step 2: Perform dumbbell press
- Step 3: Sit up while holding weights at chest
- Step 4: Lower back down with control
- Step 5: Keep core engaged
Equipment
- Dumbbells and incline bench optional
Coaching tips
Benefits
Combines upper body pressing with core activation
Common mistakes
Using momentum on the sit-up
Make it harder
Increase weight or add twist at top
Make it easier
Floor press to crunch
Breathing
Exhale on press and sit-up
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