cable twist
cable twist is a common strength training exercise. Below are form tips, steps, and demos.
Steps
Step 1
Stand with your feet shoulder-width apart, facing the cable machine.
Step 2
Hold the cable handle with both hands in front of your chest, keeping your arms slightly bent.
Step 3
Engage your core and twist your torso to the right, pulling the cable across your body.
Step 4
Pause for a moment at the end of the movement, feeling the contraction in your abs and obliques.
Step 5
Slowly return to the starting position, resisting the cable's pull.
Step 6
Repeat the movement to the left 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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