Water Bottle Incline Press on Situp Bench
Light incline pressing on the sit-up bench to target the upper chest.
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At a glance
| Muscles worked | Primary: upper chest. Secondary: shoulders, triceps |
|---|---|
| Muscle group | Chest |
| Difficulty | Beginner |
| Type | Strength · Press |
| Sets & reps | 3 sets × 10-12 reps |
| Estimated calories burned | ~5 kcal |
How to do it
- Sit or lie on the incline sit-up bench holding water bottles.
- Press the bottles upward until the arms are extended.
- Lower with control to chest level.
- Keep the core braced.
- Repeat for desired reps.
Equipment
- Sit-up Bench
- Water Bottle
Coaching tips
Benefits
Light incline pressing on the sit-up bench to target the upper chest.
Common mistakes
Avoid arching the lower back or flaring the elbows.
Make it harder
Use heavier bottles or slow the tempo.
Make it easier
Perform without weight.
Breathing
Exhale as you press, inhale as you lower.
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