Resistance Band Bar Standing Twist

The Resistance Band Bar Standing Twist is a rotational Core exercise that works the Obliques (Side Abs). Standing side-on to a chest-height door anchor, you hold the Resistance Band Bar upright with straight arms and rotate your upper body away from the door, then return under control.

Muscles Worked: Obliques (Side Abs) · also Rectus Abdominis (Front Abs), Shoulders
Equipment: Door anchor, Resistance Band Bar

A man in a gray Bodylastics T-shirt holds a Resistance Band Bar upright with straight arms toward a side anchor, then twists his torso away from it. — Start And Finish Positions

Set Up

Anchor:: Door anchor at chest height.
Bands:: Thread the bands through the door anchor and clip one end to each end ring of the Resistance Band Bar.
Body Position:: Stand 3 to 4 feet from the door with your side facing it. Hold the bar upright in both hands with your arms straight out toward the anchor, and keep your back straight, head straight and stomach tight.

Movement

Rotate your upper body from the waist away from the door until your body naturally stops. Return to the starting position, controlling the resistance.

Points To Remember

Keep your arms straight out in front of you as you twist.

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Questions About The Standing Twist

What muscles does the Resistance Band Bar Standing Twist work?

The Resistance Band Bar Standing Twist works the Obliques (Side Abs), which rotate the torso. The Front Abs and Shoulders help hold the bar steady.

How far should I rotate in a Standing Band Twist?

Rotate until your body naturally stops and do not force extra range. Keeping your arms straight out in front during the Resistance Band Bar Standing Twist makes the turn come from your waist rather than your arms.