Seated Oblique Twists
Starting Posture
Sit on the floor with your knees bent and feet flat on the ground. Keep your back straight and lean back slightly to engage your core muscles.
How to Exercise
Hold a weight or medicine ball with both hands in front of you. Rotate your torso to the right, keeping your back straight and your core engaged. Return to the center and then rotate to the left. Repeat for the desired number of repetitions.
Breath Control
Exhale as you rotate to the right and inhale as you return to the center. Exhale as you rotate to the left and inhale as you return to the center.
Common errors
Common errors include rounding the back, using momentum to twist, and holding your breath. Make sure to keep your back straight, engage your core, and breathe properly throughout the exercise.
Weights
You can use a dumbbell, kettlebell, medicine ball, or weight plate for this exercise.
Grips
Variations
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Sample workouts with this movement
Fit! Programs featuring this exercise
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FlagFit
Kyrie Fontana
Project Calisthenics
Simon Ata
Mobility for athletes
John Lindsey
Planche Fit!
Gregoire Bellemare
Comments and tips
Focus on engaging your oblique muscles as you twist from side to side. Keep your core tight throughout the exercise. Start with a lighter weight and gradually increase as you build strength. Remember to keep your back straight and avoid rounding your shoulders.
Cautions
Avoid using too heavy of a weight, as this can strain your back and neck. If you feel any pain or discomfort, stop the exercise immediately. Make sure to warm up before starting the exercise and stretch afterwards to prevent muscle soreness.