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Russian Twist

Beginner
Russian Twist animated demonstration
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How to Do It

  1. Sit on the ground with your knees bent and feet flat on the floor.
  2. Lean back slightly while keeping your back straight and your core engaged.
  3. Hold your hands together in front of your chest or hold a weight if desired.
  4. Lift your feet off the ground, balancing on your sit bones.
  5. Twist your torso to the right, bringing your hands or weight towards the right side of your body.
  6. Pause for a moment, then twist your torso to the left, bringing your hands or weight towards the left side of your body.
  7. Continue alternating sides for the desired number of repetitions.

Range of Motion

Rotate shoulders completely from side to side.

Common Mistakes to Avoid

  • ×Only moving the arms instead of the torso
  • ×Rounding the lower back
  • ×Dropping the feet

Prescription

3Sets
10-15Reps
Rest interval60-90 sec

Goal

Develop the obliques and improve rotational stability

Body Part

Waist

Equipment

Body Weight

Muscles Worked

PrimaryAbs
Secondary
Obliques