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Please read our guidelines section before attempting any of our six pack oblique exercises.

Oblique Seated Barbell Twists Exercise Summary
Technique User Level Intensity Primary Muscle Secondary Muscle Exercise Goal Benefits
Alternating Intermediate + Moderate External Oblique None Mass Strength
Focused Intermediate + Moderate External Oblique None Mass Strength
Exercise Needs
Equipment Needed A barbell, a weight bench and a suitable amount of weight
Equipment Guide Check out our barbell and dumbbell sets
Stretching Exercise Guide Please read our abs stretching guide before starting
Muscle Group Guide Also see information about the oblique muscles

Oblique Seated Barbell Twists Alt Technique

Oblique Seated Barbell Twists Focused Technique
Alt Oblique Seated Barbell Twists
Focused Oblique Seated Barbell Twists
Alternating Technique - Start by placing the barbell onto the squat stands and attach a suitable amount of weight. Position the barbell evenly across the back of your shoulders behind your head using your hands in a wide grip position to steady the barbell throughout the exercise. When ready remove the barbell from the stands and sit down on the end of the weight bench. Position your legs shoulder width apart with your feet pointing forwards. Exhale as you twist your upper body to one side allowing the barbell to follow. Stop when you feel your oblique muscles stretch and the barbell is pointing forwards. Inhale as you return your upper body to the starting position in a slow, controlled manner. Do not allow any longer than a 1 count before repeating this technique in the other direction as this will maintain pressure on the oblique muscles and improve the overall benefits of the exercise. Return the barbell to the stands when you are finished.
Focused Technique - As before start by placing the barbell onto the squat stands and attach a suitable amount of weight. Again position the barbell across the back of your shoulders using your hands in a wide grip position to steady the barbell for the duration of the exercise. Remove the barbell from the stands and sit down on the weight bench. Position your legs shoulder width apart, sit tall and start the exercise when ready. This time you will be alternating sides during the exercise. Exhale as you twist your upper body to one side allowing the barbell to move round until it is pointing forwards. Hold this position for a count of 1. Inhale as you return the barbell to the starting position allowing your upper body to follow. Do not allow any longer than a 1 count before repeating this technique in the other direction. Return the barbell to the squat stands when you are finished.

Oblique Seated Barbell Twists Alt Technique Video

Oblique Seated Barbell Twists Focused Technique Video