Machine Torso Rotation
Seated with the hips locked in place, rotate the torso against the weight and return under control.
How to do it
Setup
Seated, hips locked by the pads, chest against the rest.
Steps
- Rotate the torso against the weight to the range's end.
- Pause at the turn.
- Return under control; finish the side, then switch.
Common mistakes
Hips joining the turn: the lock exists for that; sit firm. Jerking through the range: smooth arc. Overloading: rotation strength grows slowly; be patient.
Breathing
Exhale rotating, inhale returning.
