How to do the Band Seated Twist
Band Seated Twist is a beginner single-joint isolation pushing exercise targeting the Abs in the Waist region. Performed using band, it falls under the strength category. Secondary muscles engaged include Obliques.
Band Seated Twist demonstration · © GymiaFit
Band Seated Twist at a glance
- Primary muscles
- Abs
- Secondary muscles
- Obliques
- Equipment
- Band
- Level
- Beginner
- Type
- Isolation (single-joint)
- Force
- Push
Band Seated Twist step by step
- 1Sit on the ground with your legs extended in front of you and your back straight.
- 2Wrap the band around your waist and hold the ends with both hands.
- 3Engage your abs and slowly twist your torso to one side, keeping your back straight and your feet on the ground.
- 4Pause for a moment at the end of the twist, then slowly return to the starting position.
- 5Repeat the twist to the other side.
- 6Continue alternating sides for the desired number of repetitions.
Band Seated Twist — questions
What muscles does the Band Seated Twist work?
The Band Seated Twist primarily targets the Abs. It also recruits the Obliques as secondary movers.
What equipment do I need for the Band Seated Twist?
You need band. If your gym does not have it, the alternatives listed further down train the same muscles with different kit.
Is the Band Seated Twist suitable for beginners?
Yes. It is classed as a beginner movement: the pattern is simple enough to learn in a session and easy to scale by adjusting range of motion or load.
What can I do instead of the Band Seated Twist?
Band Alternating V-up, Band Assisted Wheel Rollerout, Band Bicycle Crunch train the same muscles and make good substitutes when the equipment is taken or the movement does not suit you.
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