Weighted Seated Twist (on stability ball) Exercise Guide
Exercise Profile
- Target
- Obliques
- Equipment
- Weighted
- Body Part
- Waist
- Primary Muscle
- Obliques
- Secondary Muscles
- Rectus Abdominis, Iliopsoas
- Intensity
- medium
- Category
- strength
- Skill Level
- intermediate
- Estimated Calories
- 5.2
- Alternate Names
- Weighted Twist on Stability Ball, Seated Weighted Twist
How to: Weighted Seated Twist (on stability ball)
- Sit on a stability ball with your feet firmly on the ground.
- Hold a weight with both hands and extend your arms in front of you.
- Twist your torso to the right, engaging your obliques.
- Return to the starting position and repeat on the left side.
- Continue alternating sides for the desired number of repetitions.
Common Mistakes
- Rounding the back during the twist.
- Using too much weight too soon.
- Not engaging the core properly.
Modifications
- Perform without weights for beginners.
- Use a lower stability ball.
Tips
- Engage your core throughout the movement.
- Keep your back straight and avoid rounding your spine.
- Perform the twist slowly to avoid strain.
Weighted Seated Twist (on stability ball) Alternatives
Tags
core
twist
obliques
stability ball
strength
abs