Barbell Seated Twist (on stability ball) (male)

Barbell Seated Twist demonstration gif

Instructions:

  • 1Sit on the stability ball with feet flat on the floor, hip-width apart
  • 2Hold the barbell across your shoulders and chest
  • 3Rotate your upper body to one side, keeping your hips square
  • 4Pause at the end of the movement, then return to the starting position
  • 5Repeat, rotating to the other side for balance

Tips:

  • Keep your core engaged throughout the entire exercise
  • Try to keep your lower body stable and refine the movement to the waist region
  • Do not twist too fast, control the movement to prevent injury
  • Do not use excessively heavy weights which could strain your lower back

Barbell Seated Twist Muscles Worked

Arms

Back

Core

Legs