This exercise involves standing with a barbell across your shoulders and twisting your torso from side to side. It targets the oblique muscles and can help improve core strength and stability.
Type
Strength
Equipment
Barbell
Difficulty
Intermediate
Key Benefits
- Strengthens the core muscles, including the obliques, rectus abdominis, and transverse abdominis
- Improves rotational power and stability, which can enhance athletic performance in sports such as golf, tennis, and baseball
- Increases flexibility in the spine and hips
- Can help alleviate lower back pain by strengthening the muscles that support the spine
- Engages the muscles of the upper back and shoulders, improving posture and reducing the risk of injury
How to perform
- Start by standing with your feet shoulder-width apart and holding a barbell with both hands at chest level.
- Engage your core and twist your torso to the right, keeping your hips facing forward.
- Pause for a moment, then twist your torso to the left.
- Repeat this twisting motion for the desired number of repetitions.
- Remember to keep your core engaged and your movements controlled throughout the exercise.
FRONT VIEW
BACK VIEW
Obliques
Primary
Abs
Primary
Lower Back
Primary
Glutes
Primary
Hamstrings
Primary