How to do a TRX Resisted Rotation 2
Reviewed by Jim Parker, CPT, B.A. Kinesiology
About this exercise
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- Beginner
- Abs Strength
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Instructions for Proper Form
TRX Resisted Rotation 2 is a more difficult variation of TRX Resisted Rotation 1. The exercise offers similar benefits with a bit more challenge. By keeping your feet together instead of spread, you narrow your base and add more instability to the movement. This is a great exercise for developing core strength, stability and balance.
- Stand upright in a staggered stance with your right foot in front and your right side facing the TRX anchor holding the TRX handles with clasped hands in front of your chest. Fall away from the TRX anchor as you rotate your shoulders to the right to extend your arms. Keep your arms extended as you rotate your shoulders to bring the TRX handles back to in front of your chest. Return to the starting position and repeat with the opposite side.
Common Form Mistakes
Resting Between Reps
Keep your core engaged for the duration of the exercise, even between reps. This exercise is designed to add instability that your core needs to compensate for. Keeping your core engaged throughout the exercise will improve the effectiveness of the exercise.
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Alternatives & Variations to TRX Resisted Rotation 2
1. Crunches
94 mSCORESWAPPED 7 TIMESCrunches are one of the most common exercises out there. It’s an easy to perform, bodyweight exercise that targets your abdominals. Crunches are very similar to Sit Ups, however, instead of raising your upper body all the way into a near sitting position, you only raise your shoulder blades off the ground. This is a great exercise for beginners looking to build core strength.
2. TRX Resisted Rotation 3
57.1 mSCORESWAPPED 7 TIMESThe TRX Resisted Rotation is a compound exercise designed to improve core stability and rotational strength, specifically targeting the obliques. It stands out for its dynamic movement, enhancing functional movement patterns essential for athletic performance. The exercise's resistance component ensures a challenging workout, contributing to better core engagement and power.
3. TRX Resisted Rotation 1
59.6 mSCORESWAPPED 6 TIMESTRX Resisted Rotation 1 is an exercise that requires you to essentially begin to fall sideways before engaging your core to resist that movement, and pull yourself back to a standing position. This is a great exercise for developing core strength and stability, as well as a great exercise for improving overall balance. Because you’re holding the TRX straps in your hands, you’ll also be getting some work for your shoulders.
4. Plank
92.8 mSCORESWAPPED 5 TIMESPlanks are one of the most common core exercises out there. This is a bodyweight exercise that is performed for time rather than reps. Planks don’t require any movement, instead they force you to place yourself in a position that requires you to engage your core, and maintain that muscle activation for the duration of the exercise. This is a great way to help build strength and stability in a way that will translate to a variety of other exercises, and your daily life.
5. Russian Twist
96.2 mSCORESWAPPED 5 TIMESRussian Twist is one of the more common core exercises. This exercise targets multiple muscles in your core, but the reason for including this exercise is usually to target your obliques. By raising your feet off the ground, engaging your core, and twisting to each side, you can better target this specific muscle in your core.
6. Ab Crunch Machine
96.1 mSCORESWAPPED 3 TIMESAb Crunch Machine is a variation of Crunches performed with a machine. Unlike standard Crunches, the use of a machine gives you more control over your resistance. In addition, the machine will restrict your range of motion allowing you to focus more on exertion than stabilizing the movement.
- Intermediate
- Abs
- Ab Crunch Machine
7. Bicycle Crunch
91.8 mSCORESWAPPED 3 TIMESBicycle Crunch is a more difficult version of a standard crunch. Instead of raising your torso off the ground for each rep, you keep your torso off the ground, and your core engaged. By cycling your legs, you add more instability to the movement, which leads to better core activation.
8. TRX Row
37.7 mSCORESWAPPED 3 TIMESTRX Row is a compound, bodyweight exercise that primarily targets the back. The use of a TRX strap helps to prevent compensating for strength discrepancies between sides, while also adding some instability to the movement. You can also easily add or remove resistance during your set by stepping your feet closer or further from the anchor point. This is a great exercise for adding some variety to your rows, as well as building strength.
9. TRX Hip Drop
59.1 mSCORESWAPPED 3 TIMESThe TRX Hip Drop focuses on the obliques and core stability by incorporating a side-to-side dropping motion. This exercise offers a unique challenge to the standard core workout, improving lateral core strength, flexibility, and enhancing overall core conditioning.
10. TRX Ab Rollout
62.3 mSCORESWAPPED 3 TIMESSimilar to the traditional ab rollout, the TRX Ab Rollout challenges the core muscles through an extended range of motion. This exercise strengthens the abdominal muscles, improves core stability, and enhances shoulder strength, making it a powerful tool for building a strong, functional core.