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gif_boxFront Plank With Twist
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Body WeightCategory
balance
Mechanic
isolation
Cal/min
3.7
Force
static
Front Plank With Twist is a intermediate single-joint isolation static exercise targeting the Abs in the Waist region. Performed using bodyweight, it falls under the balance category. Secondary muscles engaged include Obliques and Shoulders.
list_alt Step-by-Step Instructions
Start in a high plank position with your hands directly under your shoulders and your body in a straight line from head to toe.
Engage your core and glutes to maintain a stable position.
Rotate your torso to the right, lifting your right arm and extending it towards the ceiling.
Keep your hips and legs stable as you twist.
Hold for a moment, then return to the starting position.
Repeat the twist on the left side.
Continue alternating sides for the desired number of repetitions.
warning Common Mistakes
Recruiting larger muscle groups to "help" move the weight instead of isolating Abs — swinging momentum or shifting the torso takes tension off the muscle this exercise is meant to train.
Holding the breath or letting the hips/spine drift out of a neutral line during the hold — a static contraction only trains what it stresses, so form breakdown defeats the purpose.
Rushing through reps using momentum rather than controlling both the lifting and lowering phase, which is especially important since there's no external load to force good tempo.
Progressing the load or reps too quickly before technique is consistent across every rep of every set.
person Who Should Do This Exercise
Front Plank With Twist is classified as a Intermediate balance exercise, so lifters with some training experience who already have basic technique and stability in place — beginners can work up to it, but should master fundamental Waist movements first. It fits well in programs focused on balance training and pairs naturally with other Waist movements in a balanced routine.
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