Standing Torso Twists starting positionStanding Torso Twists end position

Form guide

How to Do Standing Torso Twists

Warms up the spine and obliques with an easy rotational movement.

Level
Beginner
Equipment
No Equipment
Impact
Low impact
Muscles worked
Core
Back

Step by step

  1. 1Stand with feet shoulder-width apart and arms bent in front of your chest.
  2. 2Rotate your upper body to one side, letting the back heel pivot.
  3. 3Rotate to the other side in a smooth rhythm.

Common mistakes

  • Yanking the rotation with momentum.
  • Keeping the hips rigid, which strains the lower back.

Alternatives

Put it to work

Routines with Standing Torso Twists