Dumbbell Overhead Sit-up with Legs on Bench Exercise Guide
Exercise Profile
- Target
- Rectus Abdominis
- Equipment
- Dumbbell
- Body Part
- Waist
- Primary Muscle
- Rectus Abdominis
- Secondary Muscles
- Obliques
- Intensity
- medium
- Category
- strength
- Skill Level
- intermediate
- Estimated Calories
- 5
- Alternate Names
- Overhead Sit-up with Legs on Bench
How to: Dumbbell Overhead Sit-up with Legs on Bench
- Lie on your back on a bench with your legs off the end.
- Hold a dumbbell above your chest with both hands.
- Engage your core and lift your upper body towards your knees.
- Pause at the top of the movement, then slowly lower back down.
Common Mistakes
- Pulling on the neck with hands.
- Using momentum instead of core strength.
- Not using a full range of motion.
Modifications
- Use a lighter dumbbell.
- Perform the exercise without weight.
- Limit the range of motion if necessary.
Tips
- Engage your core throughout the movement.
- Keep the dumbbell stable above your chest.
- Do not rush the exercise; focus on controlled movements.
Dumbbell Overhead Sit-up with Legs on Bench Alternatives
Tags
abs
core
strength
dumbbell
intermediate
waist