Cable twist (down-up)
The down-to-up cable twist targets the obliques and develops rotational power with constant cable resistance.
Muscles worked
§ 01 · MusclesHow to perform
§ 02 · Steps- 01
Stand sideways to the cable so the cable is positioned low and to your side. Place your feet shoulder-width apart and keep a slight bend in your knees.
- 02
Grip the handle with both hands and keep your arms straight in front of your chest, brace your core, and keep your hips locked in place.
- 03
Pull the handle in a twisting motion from low to high and across your body toward the opposite shoulder. Allow your thoracic spine to rotate and keep your shoulders down without shrugging.
- 04
Pause at the top and squeeze your abdominal muscles.
- 05
Return the handle under control along the same path to the starting position without letting your hips rotate.
How to get started at the gym
§ 03 · SisuLiftCable twist (down-up) is ready to go in the SisuLift exercise library. The app builds you a program, suggests starting weights and shows this same animation during your workout at the gym.
- ·A ready training program based on your goal
- ·Starting weight suggestions and automatic progression
- ·Set logging and rest timer at the gym
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Tips
§ 04 · TipsKeep your hips still and let the rotation come from your thoracic spine; do not perform the movement with your arms. Adjust the load so you can return slowly without your body swaying.
The down-to-up cable twist targets the obliques and develops rotational power with constant cable resistance.
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