Hip Raise Twist
Sculpt your lower abs and obliques with the Hip Raise Twist. This dynamic move combines a vertical lift with a core-shredding rotation for total midsection definition and stability.
The Hip Raise Twist mainly works the core. No equipment needed: it uses just your bodyweight.
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Hip Raise Twist Muscles Worked
Primary
Abdominals (rectus abdominis); Obliques
How to do the Hip Raise Twist
Setup
Begin lying flat on your back on a yoga mat.
Extend your arms by your sides, palms pressed firmly into the floor for stabilization.
Lift your legs and bend your knees at a 90-degree angle, positioning your thighs perpendicular to the floor.
Movement
Engage your core to initiate the movement, focusing on drawing your belly button toward your spine.
Exhale as you lift your hips off the floor, using your lower abdominal muscles.
As your hips rise, simultaneously exert a controlled twist to rotate your pelvis to one side.
Keep your upper back and shoulders pinned firmly to the mat throughout the movement.
Inhale as you slowly and with control lower your hips back to the starting position.
On the next repetition, perform the same hip raise while twisting toward the opposite side, alternating directions with each lift.
Hip Raise Twist FAQs
What muscles does the Hip Raise Twist work?
The Hip Raise Twist mainly works the core. The main muscles are the rectus abdominis and obliques.
What equipment do you need for the Hip Raise Twist?
None. The Hip Raise Twist is a bodyweight exercise, so you can do it anywhere.
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