Barbell Seated Twist
Gym Exercise Card
Equipment
The Barbell Seated Twist is an effective core exercise that targets the obliques. By rotating the torso while holding a barbell, this movement helps enhance rotational strength and stability, particularly for athletes involved in sports requiring twisting motions.
How to do it
- Sit on a bench with feet flat on the floor, barbell across upper back.
- Hold the barbell firmly with both hands, maintaining an upright torso.
- Engage the core and slowly twist your torso to one side.
- Return to the starting position and twist to the opposite side.
- Repeat for desired repetitions, maintaining steady breathing.
Muscles worked
Primary Obliques
Secondary Deltoid Anterior Erector Spinae Rectus Abdominis
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