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Waist · Barbell
Barbell Standing Twist
Barbell Standing Twist is an intermediate isolation strength exercise that works the abs (waist), with the abdominals and lower back assisting. It needs a barbell. A typical prescription is 3 sets of 10-15 reps, and it burns about 5.5 calories per minute.
- Target
- Abs
- Body part
- Waist
- Equipment
- Barbell
- Category
- Strength
- Mechanic
- Isolation
- Force
- Push
- Sets × reps
- 3 × 10-15
- Calories / min
- ≈ 5.5 kcal
Primary muscles
- Obliques · External Oblique, Internal Oblique
Secondary muscles
- Abdominals · Rectus Abdominis
- Lower Back · Erector Spinae
How to do Barbell Standing Twist
- Stand with your feet shoulder-width apart, holding a barbell across your upper back with an overhand grip, hands slightly wider than shoulder-width apart.
- Rotate your torso to the right, keeping your hips and knees aligned with the movement.
- Rotate back to the center position with control, then twist your torso to the left.
- Continue alternating sides, repeating for the desired number of repetitions.
Form tips
- Rotate your torso, not just your arms, to effectively engage your oblique muscles.
- Breathe steadily, exhaling as you twist and inhaling as you return to the center position.
- Use a weight that allows for proper form and control throughout the exercise to prevent strain or injury.
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Barbell Standing Twist FAQ
What muscles does Barbell Standing Twist work?
Barbell Standing Twist mainly works the abs in the waist (External Oblique and Internal Oblique). The abdominals and lower back work as secondary muscles.
What equipment do you need for Barbell Standing Twist?
You need a barbell.
How many sets and reps of Barbell Standing Twist should I do?
Start with 3 sets of 10-15 reps. Pick a load or variation where the last one or two reps are hard but your form stays clean.
Is Barbell Standing Twist good for beginners?
It's rated intermediate. Beginners can work up to it once they control simpler waist exercises.
How many calories does Barbell Standing Twist burn?
About 5.5 calories per minute for a person of around 70 kg, based on a MET value of 4.5. Ten minutes of work is roughly 55 calories; heavier people burn more.
What is a good alternative to Barbell Standing Twist?
Other exercises for the abs include Plate Standing Twist, Standing Cable Oblique Twist, Cable Twist and Russian Twist.
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