Exercise profile
Best forMuscle growthEnduranceGeneral fitness
Effectiveness★★★☆☆ 3/5
EquipmentNone
Also worksObliques, Abs
Recommended3 sets x 10-20 reps per side
Who it suits AgeAny BMIAny SexAny HeightAny WaistA larger waist can limit the rotation; keep the feet down and move slowly.
- Purpose
- A rotational drill for the obliques and trunk control.
- Setup
- Sit leaning back, knees bent, feet light or lifted.
- Common mistakes
- Just moving the arms while the torso stays still.
- Easier
- Keep the feet on the floor and move slowly.
- Harder
- Hold a weight or lift the feet off the floor.
Suggested by goal
Get stronger 3-5 sets . 4-6 reps rest 150s
Build muscle 3-4 sets . 8-12 reps rest 90s
Lose fat (training style) 2-4 sets . 10-15 reps rest 60s
General fitness 2-3 sets . 8-12 reps rest 75s