Band Core Twist
Band core twist//Photo by Lynda Churilla for MSN Health & Fitness
FINISH: Tighten your abs against the pull of the resistance band and rotate your rib cage toward the right as far as you comfortably can. Move your torso as a unit and turn your head in the direction of your chest. Hold, then keeping your core muscles tight, slowly twist back to the center starting position. Stand tall as you turn in both directions.



Safety Tip: If you feel any strain in your back, move closer to the band to lighten the resistance and/or limit the range of motion of your turn.



Common Error: Leaning your body back at a diagonal



Fit Fix: Resist the urge to let the band support your weight. Stand upright and maintain perfect posture as you turn.