How to do it
Pause for one count at each side before reversing the rotation.
- 1
Sit on the floor with your knees bent and feet lifted off the ground.
- 2
Hold a medicine ball with both hands in front of your chest.
- 3
Lean back slightly to engage your abs.
- 4
Twist your torso to the right, bringing the medicine ball towards the floor beside you.
- 5
Twist back to the center and then to the left side.
- 6
Continue alternating sides for the desired number of repetitions.
Expert tip
Keep your abs tight and engaged throughout the movement to protect your lower back.
Common mistakes
- ✕Feet touching the floor during the set
- ✕Twisting only the arms without torso rotation
- ✕Lowering the chin toward the chest