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Waist · Weighted
Plate Standing Twist
Plate Standing Twist is an intermediate isolation strength exercise that works the abs (waist), with the abdominals and shoulders assisting. It needs a weighted. 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
- Weighted
- Category
- Strength
- Mechanic
- Isolation
- Force
- Push
- Sets × reps
- 3 × 10-15
- Calories / min
- ≈ 5.5 kcal
Primary muscles
- Obliques
Secondary muscles
- Abdominals
- Shoulders
How to do Plate Standing Twist
- Stand with your feet shoulder-width apart and hold a weight plate at chest height with your arms slightly bent.
- Brace your core and keep your hips facing forward.
- Rotate your torso to one side.
- Return through the centre with control and rotate to the other side.
Form tips
- Keep the movement controlled; don't swing the plate.
- Extending your arms further makes it harder.
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Plate Standing Twist FAQ
What muscles does Plate Standing Twist work?
Plate Standing Twist mainly works the abs in the waist. The abdominals and shoulders work as secondary muscles.
What equipment do you need for Plate Standing Twist?
You need a weighted.
How many sets and reps of Plate 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 Plate 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 Plate 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 Plate Standing Twist?
Other exercises for the abs include Barbell Standing Twist, Standing Cable Oblique Twist, Cable Twist and Cable Standing Crunch.
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