Torso Rotation Machine
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Technique
Kneel on the machine's pad facing the handles so your hips are fixed in place, and grip the handles at chest level. Rotate your torso to one side, engaging the obliques, without moving your hips. Return to center and rotate to the other side under control. Move smoothly without jerking motions.
Steps
- Adjust the rotation range to a comfortable starting position
- Kneel on the pad with your hips facing forward
- Grip the handles at chest level
- Brace your core and rotate your torso to one side
- Return smoothly to the center
- Rotate to the opposite side under control
Common mistakes
- Allowing the hips to rotate with the torso
- Using momentum to jerk through the movement
- Rotating beyond a comfortable range
- Pulling forcefully with the arms instead of the obliques
Variations
- Selectorized seated torso rotation machine
- Plate-loaded rotary torso machine
- Standing cable torso rotation
- Reduced-range rotation with a narrower starting angle
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What muscles does Torso Rotation Machine work?
Muscles: Obliques, Abs.
What equipment do I need for Torso Rotation Machine?
Equipment: Machine.
Where can I do Torso Rotation Machine?
Location: Gym.
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