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Exercise

Standing Torso Twist

Also known as: torso twists, trunk rotations, standing trunk twist

Standing Torso Twist is a isolation exercise for the abdominals. Main target: obliques. Also works: upper abs, lower back and middle back. No equipment needed — just your bodyweight.

EquipmentBodyweight
TypeIsolation
CategoryStretching

Muscles worked

How to do it

  1. Stand with your feet shoulder-width apart, knees soft, arms bent in front of your chest.
  2. Rotate your torso to one side, letting the arms follow; keep the hips facing forward.
  3. Rotate smoothly to the other side.
  4. Start with a small range and widen it as you warm up; one turn each way is one rep.

Similar exercises

Side Bridge
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Seated Overhead Stretch
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Oblique Crunches
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Alternate Heel Touchers
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Oblique Crunches - On The Floor
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Standing Lateral Stretch
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Alternatives with other equipment

Barbell Side Bend
Barbell
Obliques
Bosu Ball Cable Crunch With Side Bends
Cable
Obliques
Dumbbell Side Bend
Dumbbell
Obliques
Torso Rotation
Exercise ball
Obliques
Advanced Kettlebell Windmill
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Medicine Ball Full Twist
Medicine ball
Obliques
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