The barbell seated twist is an exercise that targets the abdominal muscles, particularly the obliques and lower back, by rotating the torso while seated and holding a barbell.
Also Works
ObliquesLower Back
How to Perform
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Sit on a flat bench with your feet flat on the ground and your knees bent.
2
Hold a barbell with both hands in front of your chest, keeping your elbows slightly bent.
3
Engage your core and slowly twist your torso to one side, keeping your back straight.
4
Pause for a moment at the end of the twist, then slowly rotate back to the starting position.
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Repeat the twist to the other side.
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Continue alternating sides for the desired number of repetitions.