Sit Up Bench Guide
A sit up bench is one of the most popular and versatile pieces of exercise equipment and it is perfectly suited to home use. It can be hard to find the time to get to the gym as often as we would like, and not all types of exercise can be easily performed at home without the use of specialist equipment.
The space saving profile and compact nature of sit up benches means that you can keep them out of the way when not in use, ready to pull out for use at a moment’s notice. These benches will usually fold down flat, allowing them to take up less space than an ironing board would.
If you are looking to focus on the abdominal region, just pop the bench up and you are ready to blast out some sets. To get more usage out of your bench, a set of dumbbells increases the potential of what can be achieved with these items of equipment allowing you to perform full body anaerobic workouts.
With the constant rising of gym membership prices, getting your own gym equipment is an economic and practical decision. Not only will you save money, but you are free to workout whenever you feel like it and don't have to waste time travelling to and from the gym.
Common Features of Sit Up Benches
Sit up benches commonly come in one of two main styles: those that are designed for maximum portability with a space saving profile, and those which are a little bulkier but better suited for usage with a set of dumbbells. The York 13 in 1 Sit Up Bench manages to strike the perfect balance between both worlds.
One of the defining features of these benches is the ability to anchor yourself in position by hooking the knees and feet around the padded footrests. This ensures that the movement performed can accurately target the desired muscle group without wasting effort on non-relevant muscle groups or poor posture becoming a factor.
While some sit up benches can be adjusted at both ends, some models only allow the leg rest section to be adjusted, so the head will always remain below the knees. The range of adjustment possible with the height can vary between models but the majority of benches provide sufficient positions to drastically alter the level of intensity required as your muscle strength and resistance increases.
With the sit up boards that are designed to be optionally used with dumbbells, the options of workout routines that can be performed with the assistance of the bench are limitless. You can achieve a portable mini-gym in your own home either as your main source of exercise or as a supplement to a gym membership.
Popular Bench Models
When it comes to exercise equipment, York are one of the industry leaders and have years of experience, particularly in the body building and muscle training fields. York sit up benches are among the top selling models in the market and represent high quality products at affordable prices.
Of the York sit up bench range, the York 250 is an iconic model, a perfect example of the traditional style of bench that has worked so well for so many people over the years. At less than £40 and with delivery included it is a great place to start, as are any of the other benches listed throughout this website.