Decline Barbell Abs Crunches - Abs ( Abdominals ) Exercise for Building Muscle Mass - Six Pack Abs

Technique - Start by sitting down on the abs bench and hook your feet into the leg supports. At this point it may be easier if someone can hand you the barbell. Grip the barbell in a wide position so that you have better control over it for the duration of the exercise. Position the barbell behind your head, sit tall and start the exercise when you are ready. Inhale as you lower your upper body down in a slow, controlled manner keeping your back straight whilst maintaining strong control over the barbell. Stop when your shoulder blades are brushing the weight bench but do not lay down. Exhale as you raise your upper body back to the starting position leaning forwards slightly at the top of the motion squeezing your abs muscles inwards. Do not allow any longer than a 1 count before starting the exercise as this will maintain pressure on the abs muscles and increase the overall benefits of the exercise.