Equipmentbarbell
Difficultyintermediate
abswaist
Barbell Seated Twist
The barbell seated twist is an exercise that targets the abdominal muscles, particularly the obliques and lower back, by rotating the torso while seated and holding a barbell.
Step-by-Step Form & Technique
- 1.Sit on a flat bench with your feet flat on the ground and your knees bent.
- 2.Hold a barbell with both hands in front of your chest, keeping your elbows slightly bent.
- 3.Engage your core and slowly twist your torso to one side, keeping your back straight.
- 4.Pause for a moment at the end of the twist, then slowly rotate back to the starting position.
- 5.Repeat the twist to the other side.
- 6.Continue alternating sides for the desired number of repetitions.
Secondary Muscles
obliqueslower back
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