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Barbell Standing Twist

An exercise for the Waist - correct movement demonstrated with detailed steps.

Body partWaist Target muscleAbs EquipmentBarbell

Step by step

  1. Stand with your feet shoulder-width apart and hold a barbell in front of your chest with both hands, palms facing down.
  2. Engage your core and keep your back straight throughout the exercise.
  3. Slowly twist your torso to the right, pivoting on your feet and hips, while keeping your lower body stable.
  4. Pause for a moment at the end of the twist, then slowly return to the starting position.
  5. Repeat the twist to the left side.
  6. Continue alternating twists for the desired number of repetitions.

Muscles worked

Abs (primary)ObliquesLower Back

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