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Iso Lunge Oblique Twist with Resistance Band

Isometric lunge hold with banded oblique twists that builds rotational core strength and lower-body stability.

Core & AbsIntermediateStrengthRotation

At a glance

Muscles workedPrimary: obliques. Secondary: core, glutes, quads
Muscle groupCore & Abs
DifficultyIntermediate
TypeStrength · Rotation
Sets & reps4 sets × 10-12 each side
Estimated calories burned~26 kcal

How to do it

  1. Step into a lunge and hold the position while holding a band.
  2. Rotate the torso against the band resistance.
  3. Return to center with control and repeat.
  4. Keep the front knee tracking over the mid-foot.
  5. Complete reps then switch sides.

Equipment

Coaching tips

Benefits

Isometric lunge hold with banded oblique twists that builds rotational core strength and lower-body stability.

Common mistakes

Avoid letting the front knee cave or losing the lunge depth.

Make it harder

Increase band tension or slow the twists.

Make it easier

Reduce band tension or perform without the iso hold.

Breathing

Exhale as you twist, inhale as you return to center.

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