Twist Squat Exercise Guide
Exercise Profile
- Target
- Gluteus Maximus
- Equipment
- Body weight
- Body Part
- Waist
- Primary Muscle
- Gluteus Maximus
- Secondary Muscles
- Adductor Magnus, Obliques, Soleus, Quadriceps
- Intensity
- medium
- Category
- strength
- Skill Level
- intermediate
- Estimated Calories
- 5
- Alternate Names
- Squat Twist
How to: Twist Squat
- Stand with feet shoulder-width apart.
- Lower into a squat by bending your knees and pushing your hips back.
- As you rise from the squat, twist your torso to one side, engaging your obliques.
- Return to the center and lower back into the squat again.
- Repeat on the other side for the desired repetitions.
Common Mistakes
- Allowing the knees to cave inward during the squat.
- Rounding the back while twisting.
- Not engaging the core effectively.
Modifications
- Perform the squat to a bench or chair for added support.
- Reduce the range of motion if flexibility is an issue.
Tips
- Engage your core throughout the movement.
- Ensure your knees are aligned with your toes during the squat.
- Control your movements to maintain balance and stability.
Twist Squat Alternatives
Tags
squat
core
lower body
strength
fitness
balance