Barbell Standing Twist Exercise Guide
Exercise Profile
- Target
- Obliques
- Equipment
- Barbell
- Body Part
- Waist
- Primary Muscle
- Obliques
- Secondary Muscles
- Iliopsoas
- Intensity
- medium
- Category
- strength
- Skill Level
- intermediate
- Estimated Calories
- 5
- Alternate Names
- Standing Barbell Twist
How to: Barbell Standing Twist
- Stand with your feet shoulder-width apart and hold a barbell across your upper back.
- Engage your core and keep your back straight.
- Slowly twist your torso to one side, then return to the center.
- Twist to the other side.
- Repeat for the desired number of repetitions.
Common Mistakes
- Twisting too far which can strain the spine.
- Not having a stable base which can lead to loss of balance.
- Rushing through the movement instead of maintaining control.
Modifications
- Use a lighter barbell or perform the movement without weights.
- Perform the twist seated to reduce strain on the lower back.
Tips
- Keep your core engaged throughout the movement.
- Perform the twist slowly to maintain control.
- Avoid excessive twisting of the spine.
Barbell Standing Twist Alternatives
Tags
core
strength
oblique
waist
barbell
twisting