Cable Twist

Cable Twist

Description

The Cable Twist is an exercise that targets the oblique muscles. It involves twisting the torso while holding onto a cable machine or resistance band. This exercise can help improve core strength and stability.

Muscle Group

Equipment Required

Cable Twist Instructions

  1. Stand with your feet shoulder-width apart and hold a cable handle with both hands.
  2. Extend your arms straight out in front of you, keeping your elbows slightly bent.
  3. Slowly twist your torso to the right, pulling the cable across your body.
  4. Pause for a moment, then slowly twist back to the starting position.
  5. Repeat the twist to the left side, pulling the cable across your body.
  6. Pause for a moment, then slowly twist back to the starting position.
  7. Continue alternating twists for the desired number of repetitions.

Cable Twist Form & Visual

Cable Twist

Cable Twist Benefits

  • Targets the oblique muscles, which are important for core stability and rotational movements
  • Improves overall core strength and endurance
  • Can help improve posture and reduce lower back pain
  • Can be easily modified to increase or decrease resistance
  • Can be performed with a cable machine or resistance band, making it accessible for most fitness levels

Cable Twist Muscles Worked

  • Obliques
  • Rectus Abdominis
  • Transverse Abdominis
  • Erector Spinae
  • Quadratus Lumborum

Cable Twist Variations & Alternatives

  • Standing Cable Twist
  • Seated Cable Twist
  • Half-Kneeling Cable Twist
  • Single-Arm Cable Twist
  • Low-to-High Cable Twist
  • High-to-Low Cable Twist