How to do it
Keep your lower back pressed against the bench throughout each repetition.
- 1
Attach the band to the base of a decline bench.
- 2
Sit on the bench with your feet secured under the foot pads and the band behind your back.
- 3
Hold the ends of the band with both hands by your shoulders.
- 4
Lean back slowly, then contract your abs to sit up against the resistance of the band.
- 5
Repeat for the desired number of repetitions.
Expert tip
Secure the band properly and avoid using momentum to sit up. Focus on contracting your abs to lift your torso.
Common mistakes
- ✕Using momentum to jerk the torso up
- ✕Feet lifting off the foot pads
- ✕Pulling the band with the arms