Best Twisting Exercises for Strong Obliques

Twisting exercises work two major muscle groups in the core. a) Quadratus Lumborum: The quadratus lumborum have fibers running from the iliac crest of the pelvis to the lower ribs in an oblique direction. b) Obliques: These stabilize the core laterally and are active in twisting motions. Anteriorly, the internal and external abdominal oblique muscles stabilize the core and also work when the trunk is twisting. Obliques are the muscles that define the “V” at the side of the abs that everyone seems to want so bad!

In this article we will go over the most common twisting exercises and how they’ll benefit you!

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Cable Woodchops

Start by kneeling with a bit of space between your cable machine. A rope handle or narrow straight bar is ideal. The cable should be set high so that it is in tension while you are kneeling with arms extended overhead. Keeping the abs tight and arms relatively straight, draw the handle from over the one shoulder towards the opposite hip. Allow the shoulders and chest to… Read More