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waist
#0112

barbell standing twist

Equipment
barbell
Target muscle
abs

How to perform

  1. 1

    Stand with your feet shoulder-width apart and hold a barbell in front of your chest with both hands, palms facing down.

  2. 2

    Engage your core and keep your back straight throughout the exercise.

  3. 3

    Slowly twist your torso to the right, pivoting on your feet and hips, while keeping your lower body stable.

  4. 4

    Pause for a moment at the end of the twist, then slowly return to the starting position.

  5. 5

    Repeat the twist to the left side.

  6. 6

    Continue alternating twists for the desired number of repetitions.

Secondary muscles

obliques
lower back