Twist With Broomstick

General And Specifics

• this exercise is appropriate for a cardio and endurance workout
• do it with a high number of repetitions
• do not put too much weight on your shoulders, otherwise you risk a spine injury

Starting Position

• grasp a broomstick or alternatively a barbell (with weights)
• position your tool on your neck
• hold it at its ends with stretched out arms
• you can do this fitness exercise standing or sitting (for instance on a gym ball)
• if you want to stand, open the legs shoulder width for more stability

Correct Execution

• rotate the upper body in the hip to one side
• rotate to the other side in one movement or turn to the same side several times
• bottom, legs and feet do not move
• do several turns to each side in one motion
• avoid swinging with the upper body

tip for the workout

• the sitting variation is a bit more effective, because you cannot rotate the lower body with the motion