Stool Seated Knee Raise Twist
Sculpt your core! Tone obliques with seated twists and knee raises. A great exercise for all fitness levels.
The Stool Seated Knee Raise Twist mainly works the core, with help from the lower back. No equipment needed: it uses just your bodyweight.
Stool Seated Knee Raise Twist Muscles Worked
Primary
Obliques; Abdominals (rectus abdominis)
Secondary
Spinal Erectors (erector spinae); Hip Flexor (iliopsoas)
Stool Seated Knee Raise Twist Variations and Alternatives
How to do the Stool Seated Knee Raise Twist
Sit on a padded stool with your feet flat on the ground. Make sure your back is straight, chest up, and shoulders are relaxed.
Place your hands behind your head with elbows flared out.
Engage your core and maintain a straight spine.
Twist your torso to the right while simultaneously raising your left knee towards the left elbow, creating a twisting motion to target your obliques.
Pause briefly at the top of the motion, then return to the starting position.
Twist your torso to the left while raising your right knee towards the right elbow.
Alternate sides for the designated number of repetitions, completing a set.
Perform the desired number of sets, taking a short rest between each (e.g., 30 seconds to 1 minute).
Make sure to perform the twist and knee raise in a controlled manner, and focus on squeezing your obliques during each rep for the best results. Adjust the number of repetitions and sets according to your fitness level and goals.
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Stool Seated Knee Raise Twist FAQs
What muscles does the Stool Seated Knee Raise Twist work?
The Stool Seated Knee Raise Twist mainly works the core, with help from the lower back. The main muscles are the obliques and rectus abdominis.
What equipment do you need for the Stool Seated Knee Raise Twist?
None. The Stool Seated Knee Raise Twist is a bodyweight exercise, so you can do it anywhere.
What are some Stool Seated Knee Raise Twist variations and alternatives?
Similar exercises include the Stool Cross Climber, Stool Dip Leg Raise, Stool High-Knee and Stool Open & Knee-Tuck.
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