Suspender Twisting Jack Knife

Suspender Twisting Jack Knife

Description

The suspender twisting jack knife is a TRX core move that adds rotation to the standard knee tuck. The lifter pulls the knees in toward one shoulder, then alternates sides. It builds the obliques and rotational core strength.

Muscle Group

Equipment Required

TRX Twisting Jack Knife Instructions

  1. Set the suspension trainer at hip height.
  2. Place the feet in the straps with the soles up.
  3. Set up in a high plank with hands under the shoulders.
  4. Brace your core and keep the back flat.
  5. Pull the knees forward and toward one shoulder.
  6. Twist the hips at the top.
  7. Extend the legs back to the start.
  8. Repeat to the other side.

TRX Twisting Jack Knife Form & Visual

Suspender Twisting Jack Knife

TRX Twisting Jack Knife Benefits

  • Loads the obliques
  • Trains rotation
  • Strong jack knife variation
  • Builds the core
  • Useful core builder

TRX Twisting Jack Knife Muscles Worked

  • Obliques
  • Rectus abdominis
  • Core

TRX Twisting Jack Knife Variations & Alternatives

  • Knee Tuck
  • TRX Pike
  • Mountain Climber
  • Russian Twist