Revolutionize Your Core Training with the NordBench

Core Strengthening Made Better with Sit-Ups and Variations

Sit-ups are a classic core-strengthening exercise, and the NordBench takes them to the next level with added comfort, support, and a variety of challenging progressions. Here’s how you can use the NordBench to optimize your sit-ups and explore new core exercises.

1. Flat Sit-Ups: The Perfect Start

How it works: Perform sit-ups with the NordBench in a flat position. Use the rollers to secure your feet and the foam to cushion your hips and lower back as you lower down.

Why it’s effective: This setup provides stability and comfort, allowing you to focus on engaging your core without distractions.

2. Inclined Sit-Ups: Increasing the Challenge

Working on your core strength is not just for dealing with body fat. Having strong abdominal muscles supports so many bodily movements on every side of your body. When you think about training your left arm ro your left leg for example, you'd have to go back to the starting position and work on the other side of your body to achieve that balance. You can work on your core strength anywhere with just your upper body weight. The NordBench's weight capacity enables you to put in a core workout and keep it exciting. The NordBench is a compact nordic bench that has built-in capabilities for different types of exercises. Unlike the ordinary nordic bench, the NordBench is versatile and can be stored easily.

15° Incline

How it works: Raise the NordBench to an 8-15° angle and reach back to touch the ground before returning to the top.

Why it’s effective: The incline increases the range of motion, engaging your core more deeply. Take it slow—this variation can leave you sore!

25° Incline

How it works: Further increase the angle to 25° for an even greater range of motion.

Why it’s effective: The added incline challenges your core muscles even more, making this an advanced progression.

Pro Tip: Unlike traditional GHD sit-ups, these variations keep your head from becoming fully inverted, providing a safer and more comfortable option.

3. Core Variations to Keep Things Fresh

The NordBench isn’t just for sit-ups—here are a few other core-strengthening moves to try:

Russian Twists

How it works: Secure your feet with the rollers, incline the bench to 45°, and twist side to side while holding a weight or band.

Why it’s effective: This move targets your obliques and improves rotational strength.

Side Plank Isometrics

How it works: Use the NordBench to perform side planks, holding the position for time.

Why it’s effective: Side planks strengthen your obliques and help improve core stability.

QL Raises

How it works: Perform controlled lifts to strengthen your quadratus lumborum (QL) and obliques.

Why it’s effective: This variation targets the often-overlooked muscles that support your lower back and side body.

Why NordBench Core Training Stands Out

The NordBench offers unmatched versatility for core exercises. From simple sit-ups to advanced variations, you’ll find progressions that fit your level while enjoying added comfort and support. These exercises don’t just strengthen your core—they improve functional movement and stability for real-life activities.