Cable twist Exercise Guide
Exercise Profile
- Target
- Obliques
- Equipment
- Cable
- Body Part
- Waist
- Primary Muscle
- Obliques
- Secondary Muscles
- Adductor Brevis, Adductor Longus, Iliopsoas, Tensor Fasciae Latae
- Intensity
- medium
- Category
- strength
- Skill Level
- intermediate
- Estimated Calories
- 4
- Alternate Names
- Cable Woodchop
How to: Cable twist
- Stand with your feet shoulder-width apart, holding the cable handle with both hands.
- Pull the cable from the side, twisting your torso to the opposite side, maintaining a slight bend in your knees.
- Return to the starting position and repeat.
- Switch to the other side to work the opposite obliques.
Common Mistakes
- Using too much weight.
- Lifting with the back instead of the core.
- Not twisting through the hips.
Modifications
- Perform the exercise with lighter resistance.
- Use a seated position for added support.
Tips
- Keep your core engaged throughout the movement.
- Avoid using momentum; focus on controlled movements.
- Ensure proper form to prevent strain on the back.
Cable twist Alternatives
Tags
core
strength
twist
obliques
cable
waist