Cable Twist Exercise Guide
Exercise Profile
- Target
- Obliques
- Equipment
- Cable
- Body Part
- Waist
- Primary Muscle
- Obliques
- Secondary Muscles
- Adductor Brevis, Tensor Fasciae Latae, Adductor Longus, Iliopsoas
- Intensity
- medium
- Category
- strength
- Skill Level
- intermediate
- Estimated Calories
- 5
- Alternate Names
- Cable torso twist
How to: Cable Twist
- Attach a handle to a low pulley on a cable machine.
- Stand with your side to the machine, holding the handle with both hands.
- Keep your feet shoulder-width apart and your knees slightly bent.
- Pull the handle across your body, twisting your torso and hips in the direction of the pull.
- Return to the starting position in a controlled manner and repeat for the desired repetitions.
Common Mistakes
- Using too much momentum to twist.
- Rounding the back during the exercise.
- Failing to keep the hips stable.
Modifications
- Perform the twist without a weighted cable for beginners.
- Reduce the range of motion if you're experiencing discomfort.
Tips
- Engage your core throughout the movement.
- Ensure a controlled motion while twisting to prevent strain.
- Start with lighter weights to master the form before increasing resistance.
Cable Twist Alternatives
Tags
core
obliques
strength
cable
waist
stability