AbdominalsIntermediate

Plate Twist

Strength movement using Other.

1 / 2

Muscle guide

See the primary and supporting muscles.

The stronger highlight marks the main muscle associated with this movement. The lighter highlight marks supporting muscles.

Primary Abdominals

Movement instructions

1
Lie down on the floor or an exercise mat with your legs fully extended and your upper body upright. Grab the plate by its sides with both hands out in front of your abdominals with your arms slightly bent.
2
Slowly cross your legs near your ankles and lift them up off the ground. Your knees should also be bent slightly. Note: Move your upper body back slightly to help keep you balanced turning this exercise. This is the starting position.
3
Move the plate to the left side and touch the floor with it. Breathe out as you perform that movement.
4
Come back to the starting position as you breathe in and then repeat the movement but this time to the right side of the body. Tip: Use a slow controlled movement at all times. Jerking motions can injure the back.
5
Repeat for the recommended amount of repetitions.

Technique guidance

Exhale through the turning or resisting effort and inhale as you return. Move only through a range that allows calm, continuous breathing.

Keep the movement within a comfortable range and avoid forcing the spine or knees.
Start with light resistance until you can control both directions.
Inspect the implement and clear its movement path before starting.

General guidance matched from movement type and equipment; it is not individualized coaching or medical advice.

Related movements