Seated Barbell Twist
How to do the Seated Barbell Twist with correct form, the muscles it works, and where it fits a training plan you actually stick to.
Abs
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Barbell
How to do the Seated Barbell Twist
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Start out by sitting at the end of a flat bench with a barbell placed on top of your thighs. Your feet should be shoulder width apart from each other.
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Grip the bar with your palms facing down and make sure your hands are wider than shoulder width apart from each other. Begin to lift the barbell up over your head until your arms are fully extended.
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Now lower the barbell behind your head until it is resting along the base of your neck. This is the starting position.
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While keeping your feet and head stationary, move your waist from side to side so that your oblique muscles feel the contraction. Only move from side to side as far as your waist will allow you to go. Stretching or moving too far can cause an injury to occur. Tip: Use a slow and controlled motion.
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Remember to breathe out while twisting your body to the side and in when moving back to the starting position.
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Repeat for the recommended amount of repetitions.
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Seated Barbell Twist: common questions
What muscles does the Seated Barbell Twist work?
The Seated Barbell Twist primarily works the Abs.
Is the Seated Barbell Twist suitable for beginners?
Yes. The Seated Barbell Twist is a beginner-level exercise, so it's a solid choice if you're new to training. Start light and focus on the movement pattern before adding load.
What equipment do I need for the Seated Barbell Twist?
To do the Seated Barbell Twist you'll need a barbell.
Is the Seated Barbell Twist a compound or isolation exercise?
The Seated Barbell Twist is an isolation exercise, it targets the abs through a single joint, which makes it useful for focused, targeted work.
How do I do the Seated Barbell Twist with correct form?
Start out by sitting at the end of a flat bench with a barbell placed on top of your thighs. Your feet should be shoulder width apart from each other. Follow the full step-by-step above for the complete movement.
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