Cable Twist

Learn how to do the Cable Twist with proper form and technique. This cable exercise primarily targets your Abs, with secondary emphasis on Obliques.

Cable Twist exercise demonstration showing proper form

How to Do the Cable Twist

Follow these steps to perform the Cable Twist with correct form:

  1. 1Stand with your feet shoulder-width apart, facing the cable machine.
  2. 2Hold the cable handle with both hands in front of your chest, keeping your arms slightly bent.
  3. 3Engage your core and twist your torso to the right, pulling the cable across your body.
  4. 4Pause for a moment at the end of the movement, feeling the contraction in your abs and obliques.
  5. 5Slowly return to the starting position, resisting the cable's pull.
  6. 6Repeat the movement to the left side.
  7. 7Continue alternating sides for the desired number of repetitions.

Cable Twist Muscles Worked

Primary

Secondary

obliques

Exercise Details

Equipment
cable
Body Part
waist
Category
Main

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