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spine twist
spine twist is a common strength training exercise. Below are form tips, steps, and demos.
Steps
Step 1. Sit on the ground with your legs extended in front of you.
Step 2. Bend your knees and place your feet flat on the ground, hip-width apart.
Step 3. Place your hands behind your head with your elbows pointing outwards.
Step 4. Engage your abs and slowly twist your torso to the right, bringing your right elbow towards your left knee.
Step 5. Pause for a moment at the end of the twist, then slowly return to the starting position.
Step 6. Repeat the twist to the left side, bringing your left elbow towards your right knee.
Muscles & body parts
Primary muscles
abs
Secondary muscles
obliqueslower back
Primary body parts
core
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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