Description
A core exercise where you hold a weight plate in your hands and twist your torso from side to side.
How to Do Weighted Plate Standing Hands Torsion
- 1Setup
Stand upright holding a weight plate with both hands in front of your body at waist height, arms extended.
- 2
Rotate the plate clockwise by twisting both wrists simultaneously, maintaining a firm grip throughout.
- 3
Reverse direction and rotate the plate counterclockwise for the same number of reps.
- 4
Keep your elbows stationary at your sides and isolate the rotation in your wrists and forearms.
Tips
- Start with a light plate (5-10 lbs) to develop wrist strength before progressing to heavier loads.
- Grip the plate firmly at the edges to maximize forearm activation during rotation.
- Perform equal reps in both directions to develop balanced forearm strength.
Common Mistakes
- ×Moving the elbows or shoulders shifts work away from the forearms; keep upper arms locked at your sides.
- ×Using a plate that's too heavy for your grip strength risks dropping it; prioritize control over load.
Variations
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Weighted Standing Curl
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