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Visual demonstration of the Bent Knee Lying Twist exercise

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Beginner

Difficulty
Beginner
Movement type
Strength
Primary muscles
Obliques
Secondary muscles
Lower back Abs
Equipment
Bodyweight
Exercise guide

Bent Knee Lying Twist

4 steps Updated 29/08/2026

Bent Knee Lying Twist is a bodyweight exercise targeting Obliques (external and internal obliques).

Step by step

How to perform it

  1. Lie on your back with your arms extended out to the sides, forming a T shape.
  2. Bend your knees and lift your feet off the floor, bringing your upper legs vertical to the floor.
  3. Lower your bent knees to one side, keeping your torso and arms flat on the floor.
  4. Then bring your knees back to the center and lower them to the opposite side. Repeat the movement for the desired number of repetitions.
Bent Knee Lying Twist

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