Stepback Oblique Twist
Lunge & twist your way to stronger obliques! This exercise targets your core for better balance and a more defined waistline.
The Stepback Oblique Twist is a compound exercise that mainly works the core, with help from the glutes & hips and quads. No equipment needed: it uses just your bodyweight.
Stepback Oblique Twist Muscles Worked
Primary
Obliques; Abdominals (rectus abdominis)
Secondary
Glutes (gluteus maximus); Quads (quadriceps femoris)
Stepback Oblique Twist Variations and Alternatives
How to do the Stepback Oblique Twist
Starting Position:
Stand upright with your feet shoulder-width apart.
Engage your core muscles to maintain balance.
Extend your arms straight in front of you at shoulder height, palms facing each other.
Step Back:
With your right foot, take a step back and bend your right knee to lower your body into a lunge position.
Your left knee should stay directly above your left ankle.
Twist:
As you lunge, rotate your torso to the left, bringing your arms across your body. Your hands can remain extended as you twist.
Keep your hips stable and engaged to maintain balance.
Return:
Push through your left heel to return to the starting position while untwisting your body back to face forward.
Repeat:
Alternate sides by stepping back with your left foot and twisting to the right.
Continue to switch sides for the desired number of repetitions.
Tips:
Keep your movements controlled to avoid injury.
Focus on using your core muscles to stabilize your body during the twist.
Ensure your back remains straight throughout the exercise for proper posture.
Stepback Oblique Twist FAQs
What muscles does the Stepback Oblique Twist work?
The Stepback Oblique Twist mainly works the core, with help from the glutes & hips and quads. The main muscles are the obliques and rectus abdominis.
What equipment do you need for the Stepback Oblique Twist?
None. The Stepback Oblique Twist is a bodyweight exercise, so you can do it anywhere.
Is the Stepback Oblique Twist a compound exercise?
Yes. It's a compound movement, meaning it trains several muscle groups at once rather than isolating one.
What workout day should the Stepback Oblique Twist go on?
It belongs on leg day in a push/pull/legs routine.
What are some Stepback Oblique Twist variations and alternatives?
Similar exercises include the Ab Toe-Tap Twist, Alternating Leg Lift Twist, Alternating Side Oblique Reach Twist Pulse and Alternating Side-Step Bend.
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