Torso rotation

By rotating the torso, you strengthen the oblique and deep abdominal muscles - ideal for making your core stable and powerful while simultaneously optimizing your posture.

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Preparation

Attach the handlebar to the sled and secure it at the height of the elbows and in a horizontal position.

Starting Position

Stand sideways to the strenght station, your feet shoulder-width apart and firmly on the ground. Build up body tension and make sure to maintain a stable back. Your arms are now bent, and both hands grab both handle loops simultaneously.

Execution

Move your hands in a controlled and even motion over your body and past the opposite hip. Rotate your upper body consciously, as long as your feet remain firmly on the ground. Feel how the rotation comes from the core muscles - your arms only passively accompany the movement.

Muscles Used

Core

Back

Tip

Take your time to find the right position of your legs so that you can perform the movement well. Also consciously use rotation without gaining momentum.

Please note

Please pay attention to the horizontal position of the carriage and adjust the corresponding force limit according to the user manual, depending on the piston.

What makes this exercise particularly effective?

The standing torso rotation with the EISENHORN power station is a functional exercise that specifically targets the core muscles—especially the oblique abdominal muscles and the deep core stabilizers. By rotating in a standing position, classic isometric abdominal work is enhanced with a dynamic component, making it ideal for improving body control and mobility.

What effect does the exercise achieve?

Targeted activation of the oblique abdominal muscles: The twisting movement strongly engages the obliques, promoting their definition and strength.
Strengthening core stability: Controlled rotation requires continuous tension throughout the core, helping stabilize the spine and hips.
Improved mobility: The exercise enhances mobility and coordination by challenging the body in the transverse plane.
Functional transfer to everyday life: Rotational movements occur frequently in daily activities, such as turning the torso while lifting or reaching.

How does this exercise fit into the Big 5 concept?

The Big 5 include the fundamental exercises: squat, deadlift, bench press, pull-up or lat pulldown, and shoulder press.

The standing torso rotation complements these foundational exercises in a meaningful way:

Holistic core training: While the Big 5 build a strong overall foundation, torso rotation adds functional stability through active rotation—an important component often missing in everyday movement patterns.
Differentiated training stimulus: The dynamic rotational movement provides new stimuli for core development and supports overall strength improvement.
Improved exercise quality: A strong and mobile core helps control loads more effectively in nearly all basic exercises and reduces the risk of injury.