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L sit alternating oblique twist to press

Strengthens obliques, core

ChestIntermediateStrengthPress

At a glance

Muscles workedPrimary: obliques. Secondary: core
Muscle groupChest
DifficultyIntermediate
TypeStrength · Press
Sets & reps3 sets × 10-12 reps
Estimated calories burned~30 kcal

How to do it

  1. Step 1: Setup — get into the starting position for L sit alternating oblique twist to press.
  2. Step 2: Engage your core and set your posture.
  3. Step 3: Perform the movement with control through the full range.
  4. Step 4: Squeeze the target muscles at the peak of the movement.
  5. Step 5: Return slowly to the start and repeat for the prescribed reps.

Equipment

Coaching tips

Benefits

Strengthens obliques, core

Common mistakes

Arching the lower back or flaring elbows excessively

Make it harder

Add a pause at the top or increase time under tension

Make it easier

Reduce range of motion or use support

Breathing

Exhale on the effort, inhale on the return

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