How to do it
Squeeze your abs hard at the top before beginning the descent.
- 1
Secure your legs at the end of the decline bench and lie down with a dumbbell on your chest.
- 2
Engage your abs and lift your upper body towards your thighs, holding the dumbbell at your chest.
- 3
Slowly lower back down to the starting position.
- 4
Repeat for the desired number of repetitions.
Expert tip
Exhale as you lift your torso and keep your chin slightly tucked to avoid straining your neck.
Common mistakes
- ✕Jerking the torso up with momentum
- ✕Lower back arching off the bench
- ✕Dumbbell drifting away from the chest