We are performing routine maintenance. If you notice a problem, please Contact Us.
Exercise Lab

Barbell Overhead Trunk Rotation

View Instructions

Equipment

  • Barbell

Muscle Groups

  • Abs & Core

Purposes

  • Core strength.
  • Metabolic conditioning.

Similar Exercise

exercise multishot

Subscribers get access to workouts, exercises, meal plans, articles and much more. Subscribe now to get full access to all of the great features.

Sign Up Now


Description

  • Secure the bar in a corner or against a wall.
  • Hold the bar with both hands and rotate the bar so you hands are at your hip.
  • Using your hips rotate explosively and move the bar to the other side of your body.
  • Control the bar down to your hip.
  • Repeat.

ProTip

  • Use your hips, not your arms, to move the bar.

Mistakes

  • Bad posture.
  • Having the bar too far forward or too far back, your hands should touch your hips.
  • Using your arms and not your hips.