How to do the Barbell Press Sit-up
Barbell Press Sit-up is a beginner single-joint isolation pushing exercise targeting the Abs in the Waist region. Performed using barbell, it falls under the strength category. Secondary muscles engaged include Shoulders and Chest.
Barbell Press Sit-up demonstration · © GymiaFit
Barbell Press Sit-up at a glance
- Primary muscles
- Abs
- Secondary muscles
- Shoulders, Chest
- Equipment
- Barbell
- Level
- Beginner
- Type
- Isolation (single-joint)
- Force
- Push
Barbell Press Sit-up step by step
- 1Lie flat on your back on a mat with your knees bent and feet flat on the ground.
- 2Hold the barbell with an overhand grip, resting it on your chest.
- 3Engaging your abs, slowly lift your upper body off the ground, curling forward until your torso is at a 45-degree angle.
- 4Pause for a moment at the top, then slowly lower your upper body back down to the starting position.
- 5Repeat for the desired number of repetitions.
Barbell Press Sit-up — questions
What muscles does the Barbell Press Sit-up work?
The Barbell Press Sit-up primarily targets the Abs. It also recruits the Shoulders, Chest as secondary movers.
What equipment do I need for the Barbell Press Sit-up?
You need barbell. If your gym does not have it, the alternatives listed further down train the same muscles with different kit.
Is the Barbell Press Sit-up suitable for beginners?
Yes. It is classed as a beginner movement: the pattern is simple enough to learn in a session and easy to scale by adjusting range of motion or load.
What can I do instead of the Barbell Press Sit-up?
Barbell Rollerout, Barbell Rollerout From Bench, Barbell Seated Twist train the same muscles and make good substitutes when the equipment is taken or the movement does not suit you.
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