Weighted Twisting Crunch (on bench) Exercise Guide
Exercise Profile
- Target
- Obliques
- Equipment
- Weighted
- Body Part
- Waist
- Primary Muscle
- Obliques
- Secondary Muscles
- Quadriceps, Iliopsoas, Gluteus Maximus, Tensor Fasciae Latae, Rectus Abdominis
- Intensity
- medium
- Category
- strength
- Skill Level
- intermediate
- Estimated Calories
- 5
- Alternate Names
- Weighted Twisting Crunch
How to: Weighted Twisting Crunch (on bench)
- Sit on a bench with your feet flat on the ground.
- Hold a weight with both hands and extend your arms in front of you.
- Engage your core and lean back slightly.
- Twist your torso to one side while keeping your lower body stable.
- Return to the center and then twist to the opposite side.
- Repeat for the desired number of repetitions.
Common Mistakes
- Pulling on the neck with the hands.
- Lifting the lower back instead of engaging the abs.
- Twisting too fast instead of focusing on form.
Modifications
- Use a lighter weight to reduce strain while maintaining form.
- Perform the exercise without weights if necessary to master the movement.
Tips
- Engage your core throughout the movement to maximize effectiveness.
- Control the weight; avoid using momentum to twist.
- Keep your movements slow and deliberate for maximum muscle engagement.
Weighted Twisting Crunch (on bench) Alternatives
Tags
core
strength
abs
twist
weighted
bench