Barbell seated twist
The barbell seated twist is an exercise targeting the abs and obliques. It involves sitting on a bench with a barbell across your shoulders and rotating your torso from side to side.
At a glance
- Area
- Waist
- Main muscle
- Abs
- Equipment
- Barbell
- Level
- Intermediate
Form tips
- Keep your back straight and core engaged.
- Move slowly and control the rotation.
- Avoid using too much weight to prevent strain.
What to watch out for
- lower back pain
- spinal injuries
- shoulder issues
Also known as
Rotazioni da seduto con bilanciere, waist exercise, core workout