Weighted Lying Twist

Weighted Lying Twist demonstration gif

Instructions:

  • 1Lie on your back with your arms outstretched to the sides
  • 2Hold a weight in both hands and raise it above your chest
  • 3Bend your knees and lift your feet off the floor
  • 4Slowly twist your waist to bring the weight to one side
  • 5Return to the center and then twist to the other side

Tips:

  • Keep your abs tight throughout the exercise
  • Use a weight that is challenging but allows you to maintain form
  • Go slow to really engage your obliques
  • Do not let your shoulder blades lift off the floor during the twist

Weighted Lying Twist Muscles Worked

Arms

Back

Core

Legs