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
- 5
- Alternate Names
- Cable Oblique Twist
How to: Cable Twist
- Adjust the cable pulley to waist height and attach a handle.
- Stand side-on to the machine, hold the handle with both hands and extend your arms straight.
- Engaging your obliques, twist your torso away from the machine while keeping your hips stable.
- Return to the starting position in a controlled manner.
- Repeat for the desired number of repetitions.
Common Mistakes
- Using momentum instead of engaging the core.
- Allowing the back to arch incorrectly during the twist.
- Not fully extending the arms at the starting position.
Modifications
- Reduce the weight on the cable to make the exercise easier.
- Perform the exercise seated to limit range of motion if necessary.
Tips
- Engage your core throughout the movement.
- Perform the twist slowly to maximize tension on the obliques.
- Ensure the cable is at waist height for the best leverage.
Cable Twist Alternatives
Tags
core
abdominal
obliques
strength
cable machine
twist