How to do it
Maintain a firm, symmetrical grip on the barbell.
- 1
Stand with your feet shoulder-width apart, holding a barbell on your shoulders behind your neck.
- 2
Twist your torso to the right, keeping your hips facing forward.
- 3
Return to the center and then twist to the left.
- 4
Repeat for the desired number of repetitions on each side.
Expert tip
Perform the twists slowly and with control, avoiding any jerky movements to protect your spine.
Common mistakes
- ✕Allowing the hips to rotate with the torso
- ✕Shifting the body weight onto one foot
- ✕Dropping the chin toward the chest