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Stability Ball Abdominal Twist

Roll the ball, twist the core.

Stability Ball Abdominal Twist exercise demonstration
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How to do it

  1. Get into a plank with your forearms on a stability ball and feet on the floor.
  2. Brace hard and keep your body in a straight line.
  3. Rotate the ball in small circles or side to side using your forearms.
  4. Keep your hips steady and control the ball through every rotation.

The one cue that matters

Don't let your hips sag or swing, the twist comes from your core not your back.

Muscles worked

The Stability Ball Abdominal Twist isolates the Core — no passengers. That makes it a clean tool for adding targeted core volume without extra fatigue.

FAQ

What muscles does the Stability Ball Abdominal Twist work?

The Stability Ball Abdominal Twist primarily works the Core.

What if I can't do many reps yet?

Shorten the range or use an easier variation, and stop 1 to 2 reps before failure. Reps build fast when you train just shy of your limit.

One side at a time?

Yes, it's a unilateral movement. Start with your weaker side and match the reps with your stronger side so no side gets ahead.

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