Situp with Rotating Dumbbell Press on Situp Bench
Combines a sit-up with a rotating dumbbell press for core strength and upper-body power.
Core & AbsIntermediateStrengthCompound
At a glance
| Muscles worked | Primary: abs & obliques. Secondary: shoulders, triceps, core |
|---|---|
| Muscle group | Core & Abs |
| Difficulty | Intermediate |
| Type | Strength · Compound |
| Sets & reps | 3 sets × 8-12 reps |
| Estimated calories burned | ~30 kcal |
How to do it
- Lie on a sit-up bench holding a dumbbell at the chest or shoulder.
- Sit up while pressing and rotating the dumbbell overhead or across the body.
- Squeeze the core at the top.
- Lower with control.
- Repeat for desired reps.
Equipment
- Dumbbells
- Sit-up Bench
Coaching tips
Benefits
Combines a sit-up with a rotating dumbbell press for core strength and upper-body power.
Common mistakes
Avoid using momentum or losing control of the dumbbell.
Make it harder
Increase dumbbell weight or slow the tempo.
Make it easier
Perform the sit-up and press as separate movements.
Breathing
Exhale as you sit up and press, inhale as you lower.
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