How to do dumbbell wall sit twists:
- Start in a squat position – thighs parallel to the floor, back against the wall.
- With both hands, hold one dumbell out in front of you.
- Turn your head, torso and arms to one side until the back of your hand touches the wall.
- Twist the other way until your opposite hand touches the wall.
- Repeat.
Muscle groups worked
Benefits
This is a killer full-body workout that strengthens your abs, obliques, lower back, quads, hamstrings, and glutes. The twisting motion under weight combined with the wall sit is a great workout for your core, improving your stability and posture and sculpting your thighs.
Improve your form and technique
- Keep your legs bent at a 90-degree angle, pushing your back into the wall.
- Line your knees up with your ankles and maintain your thighs parallel to the floor.
- Twist your torso only – from the ribs up.