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Barbell Seated Twist

Sit on a bench with your feet flat on the floor, holding a barbell across your upper back with an overhand grip, hands slightly wider than shoulder-width apart.

Exercise details

Primary muscle

Core

Also works: Lats, Lower Back

Equipment
Barbell,Bench
Tracking
Reps and weight

Execution

How to do it

  1. Sit on a bench with your feet flat on the floor, holding a barbell across your upper back with an overhand grip, hands slightly wider than shoulder-width apart. Keep your back straight and your core engaged.

  2. Begin by rotating your torso to the right, keeping your hips and lower body stationary. Rotate until you feel a stretch in your obliques.

  3. Reverse the movement, rotating your torso to the left, again keeping your hips and lower body stationary.

  4. Repeat the rotation to both sides for the desired number of repetitions.

Form tips

  • Engage your core muscles to stabilize your spine and maintain proper form.

  • Maintain an upright posture to avoid straining your lower back.

  • Use a weight that allows for proper form and control throughout the exercise to prevent strain or injury.

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