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Med Ball Decline Sit Up

The Med Ball Decline Sit Up is a core strength exercise that targets abs for enhanced strength and stability. It combines a sit up and medicine ball, boosting upper body endurance.

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Med Ball Decline Sit Up instructions

Step-by-step instructions

Sit on a decline bench holding a medicine ball at chest level.

Keeping your back straight, slowly lower yourself back until you feel your abs engage.

At the lowest point, exhale and use your abs to sit up, ensuring to keep the medicine ball in front of your chest.

Once you reach a full seated position, lift the ball above your head.

Slowly lower yourself back to the starting position, lowering the ball to your chest at the same time.

Sit on a decline bench holding a medicine ball at chest level.

Keeping your back straight, slowly lower yourself back until you feel your abs engage.

At the lowest point, exhale and use your abs to sit up, ensuring to keep the medicine ball in front of your chest.

Once you reach a full seated position, lift the ball above your head.

Slowly lower yourself back to the starting position, lowering the ball to your chest at the same time.

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