How to Do
How to Do Landmine Oblique Twist
The landmine oblique twist should begin with good posture to avoid injury. Brace the spine by drawing your lower abdomen inward. Your core muscles should be activated to support your posture as you perform the exercise.
If any pain is experienced, immediately stop the landmine oblique twist.
Beginning
Beginning Landmine Oblique Twist
1. Begin with a thorough dynamic warm up before starting this exercise. This engages the nervous system.
2. The visual gaze should be straight ahead with feet shoulder width apart, toes pointing out slightly.
Movement
Landmine Oblique Twist Movement
1. This movement involves using one end of a barbell (the other end anchors in a corner on the ground) to perform a twist pattern (using a 2 handed grip).
2. Start by overlapping your grip at the end of the barbell.
3. With a toed-out position, perform a shoulder turn while bringing the hands to the level of the upper stomach.
4. As the body turns, ensure that the trail leg is rotating to maintain proper alignment.
5. Decelerate the load and rotate to the opposite direction, bringing the hands up to shoulder height before rotating to the other side (as shown).
6. Continue for the desired number of repetitions.
7. Ensure that the toes are pointed slightly out during the exercise (as this will ensure proper alignment during the descent into the squat); also watch for excessive curving of the lower back as this may indicate too much weight.
Benefits
Landmine Oblique Twist Benefits
Landmine twists work the entire core muscle and tone the obliques, which are important for protecting your lower back and spine.
