Cable Twist
Description
The cable twist is a rotational core exercise where you stand sideways to a cable at chest height and rotate your torso against the resistance. It builds oblique strength and rotational power with constant cable tension throughout the rotation.
Equipment Required
Cable Twist Instructions
- Set a cable pulley to chest height. Attach a D-handle or rope.
- Stand sideways to the cable. Grip the handle with both hands at your chest.
- Step away for tension. Feet shoulder-width apart.
- Rotate your torso away from the cable, keeping your arms at your chest.
- Rotate as far as comfortable. Squeeze your obliques.
- Slowly return to the starting position.
- Complete reps on one side, then switch.
- Keep your hips stable — rotation comes from the torso. Aim for 10 to 15 reps per side.
Cable Twist Form & Visual
Cable Twist Benefits
- Builds oblique strength with constant tension
- Constant cable resistance through rotation
- Easy to load progressively
- Carries over to rotational sports
- Functional core training
- Simple setup
Cable Twist Muscles Worked
- Internal and external obliques
- Rectus abdominis
- Transverse abdominis
- Erector spinae
Cable Twist Variations & Alternatives
- Cable Woodchop
- Cable Standing Lift
- Cable Pallof Press
- Russian Twist
- Lever Twist
