Incline Twisting Sit-up

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Learn how to do the Incline Twisting Sit-up with proper form and technique. This body weight exercise primarily targets your Abs, with secondary emphasis on Obliques.

Incline Twisting Sit-up exercise demonstration showing proper form

How to Do the Incline Twisting Sit-up

Follow these steps to perform the Incline Twisting Sit-up with correct form:

  1. 1Set up an incline bench at a 45-degree angle.
  2. 2Lie down on the bench with your feet secured under the foot pads.
  3. 3Place your hands behind your head or across your chest.
  4. 4Engage your abs and lift your upper body off the bench, curling forward.
  5. 5As you curl up, twist your torso to one side, bringing your elbow towards the opposite knee.
  6. 6Pause for a moment at the top, then slowly lower your upper body back down to the starting position.
  7. 7Repeat the movement, this time twisting your torso to the other side.
  8. 8Continue alternating sides for the desired number of repetitions.

Incline Twisting Sit-up Muscles Worked

Primary

abs

Secondary

obliques

Exercise Details

Equipment
body weight
Body Part
waist
Category
Extended

Recovery & Training Frequency

Recommended Recovery Time
2–3 days
Weekly Frequency
2–3 sessions per week
Why
Medium-sized muscles like the deltoids and traps recover well with 48–72 h between targeted sessions. Higher training frequency (3 ×/week) is viable when volume per session is modest.

Sets & Reps by Goal

Strength

Sets
3–4
Reps
5–8
Rest
90–120 s

Isolation movements can be trained with moderate loads for strength, though peak strength expression is secondary to compound lifts.

Hypertrophy

Sets
3–5
Reps
10–20
Rest
45–90 s

Isolation exercises shine in the 10–20 rep range with a 2-second eccentric. Taking the final set close to failure drives maximum hypertrophic stimulus.

Endurance

Sets
2–4
Reps
20–30
Rest
20–45 s

Light-load, high-rep isolation work is useful for rehab, joint health, and pump-focused training.

Which Workout Splits Include Incline Twisting Sit-up?

Based on the muscles this exercise targets, it fits naturally into these training splits and day types:

F

Full Body

Any session

B

Bro Split

Abs/Core Day

Training Day Types:core

Not sure which split is right for you? Cora builds personalised training plans that match your schedule and goals. Learn more about progressive overload.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What muscles does the Incline Twisting Sit-up work?

The Incline Twisting Sit-up primarily targets your Abs. Secondary muscles worked include Obliques. This makes it an effective exercise for developing your waist.

Do I need equipment for the Incline Twisting Sit-up?

No. The Incline Twisting Sit-up is a bodyweight exercise that requires no equipment. You can perform it anywhere with enough space.

How do I perform the Incline Twisting Sit-up with proper form?

Start by Set up an incline bench at a 45-degree angle. Lie down on the bench with your feet secured under the foot pads. Place your hands behind your head or across your chest. Focus on controlled movement throughout the entire range of motion. See the full step-by-step instructions above for complete form guidance.

How often should I do the Incline Twisting Sit-up?

For most people, allow 2–3 days between sessions targeting the same muscle group. That translates to 2–3 sessions per week. Medium-sized muscles like the deltoids and traps recover well with 48–72 h between targeted sessions. Higher training frequency (3 ×/week) is viable when volume per session is modest.

What are the best sets and reps for the Incline Twisting Sit-up?

It depends on your goal. For strength: 3–4 sets of 5–8 with 90–120 s rest. For hypertrophy (muscle growth): 3–5 sets of 10–20 with 45–90 s rest. For endurance: 2–4 sets of 20–30 with 20–45 s rest.

Which workout splits is the Incline Twisting Sit-up best for?

The Incline Twisting Sit-up fits well into the following training splits: Full Body (Any session), Bro Split (Abs/Core Day). It is classified as a core movement.

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