Water Bottle Decline Press on Situp Bench
Targets the lower portion of the chest with a decline angle and light resistance.
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At a glance
| Muscles worked | Primary: lower chest. Secondary: shoulders, triceps |
|---|---|
| Muscle group | Chest |
| Difficulty | Intermediate |
| Type | Strength · Press |
| Sets & reps | 3 sets × 10-12 reps |
| Estimated calories burned | ~5 kcal |
How to do it
- Lie on the decline sit-up bench holding water bottles at chest level.
- Press the bottles upward until the arms are extended.
- Lower with control back to the starting position.
- Keep the core braced throughout.
- Repeat for desired reps.
Equipment
- Sit-up Bench
- Water Bottle
Coaching tips
Benefits
Targets the lower portion of the chest with a decline angle and light resistance.
Common mistakes
Avoid flaring the elbows excessively or arching the lower back.
Make it harder
Use heavier bottles or slow the eccentric phase.
Make it easier
Perform bodyweight only or reduce the decline angle.
Breathing
Exhale as you press, inhale as you lower.
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