barbell seated twist
barbell seated twist is a common strength training exercise. Below are form tips, steps, and demos.
Steps
Step 1
Sit on a flat bench with your feet flat on the ground and your knees bent.
Step 2
Hold a barbell with both hands in front of your chest, keeping your elbows slightly bent.
Step 3
Engage your core and slowly twist your torso to one side, keeping your back straight.
Step 4
Pause for a moment at the end of the twist, then slowly rotate back to the starting position.
Step 5
Repeat the twist to the other side.
Muscles & body parts
Primary muscles
Secondary muscles
Primary body parts
Common mistakes & warnings
Form & control
Avoid momentum and excessive swing; keep core stable; match breath to movement; control the eccentric phase.
Control breathing and core; keep a steady tempo.
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