Band seated twist Exercise Guide
Exercise Profile
- Target
- Obliques
- Equipment
- Band
- Body Part
- Waist
- Primary Muscle
- Obliques
- Secondary Muscles
- Rectus Abdominis, Erector Spinae, Iliopsoas
- Intensity
- medium
- Category
- strength
- Skill Level
- intermediate
- Estimated Calories
- 4
- Alternate Names
- Seated Band Twist
How to: Band seated twist
- Sit on the floor with your legs extended in front of you.
- Loop the band around the soles of your feet and hold it with both hands.
- Sitting up tall, twist your torso to the right while keeping your legs anchored.
- Return to the center and twist to the left.
- Repeat for the desired number of repetitions.
Common Mistakes
- Allowing the spine to hunch over during the twist.
- Not fully engaging the core muscles.
- Twisting too quickly, which can lead to injuries.
Modifications
- Reduce resistance by using a lighter band.
- Perform the exercise seated on a stability ball for added support.
Tips
- Maintain a straight back and engage your core throughout the movement.
- Control the motion and avoid using momentum to twist.
- Keep your knees stable to isolate the obliques effectively.
Band seated twist Alternatives
Tags
core
obliques
strength
band
twisting
waist