Band twist (male)

Band twist demonstration gif

Instructions:

  • 1Stand upright with your feet hip-width apart, holding the band with both hands in front of you at chest height
  • 2Keeping your arms straight, rotate your torso to the right as far as you can
  • 3Hold the position for a second, then return to the starting position
  • 4Repeat the movement on the left side
  • 5Continue alternating sides for the desired number of repetitions

Tips:

  • Keep your core engaged throughout the exercise
  • Avoid bending your arms while twisting
  • Do not rotate your hips, the movement should come from the waist only
  • Breathe out on the twist and breathe in as you return to the center

Band twist Muscles Worked

Arms

Back

Core

Legs