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Forearm Plank Twisters

Improves core stability and forearm strength

Core & AbsBeginnerStrengthRotation

At a glance

Muscles workedPrimary: transverse abdominis, forearm muscles. Secondary: lower back, glutes
Muscle groupCore & Abs
DifficultyBeginner
TypeStrength · Rotation
Sets & reps5 sets × 6 reps
Estimated calories burned~5 kcal
EquipmentNone needed

How to do it

  1. Step 1: Setup — start in a plank position with forearms on the ground and toes curled under.
  2. Step 2: Initiation — engage core and squeeze glutes.
  3. Step 3: Main movement — twist torso to left and right, keeping hips stable.
  4. Step 4: End position — hold each twist for a brief moment, then return to center.
  5. Step 5: Return — slowly return to starting position, maintaining core engagement.
  6. Step 6: Breathing reminder — focus on steady breathing throughout the exercise.
  7. Step 7: Safety note — avoid letting hips sag or using momentum to twist.

Coaching tips

Benefits

Improves core stability and forearm strength

Common mistakes

Letting hips sag or not engaging core

Make it harder

Increase duration or add leg lift

Make it easier

Reduce duration or use knees instead of toes

Breathing

Exhale on twist, inhale on return

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