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Russian twist

Intermediate

Russian twist is a isolation bodyweight exercise for the abs, also working the obliques.

What it works

Primary muscle

Abs

Also works

Obliques

Equipment
Bodyweight
Movement
Core
Type
Isolation
Logged as
Reps
Suggested rest
1 min

How to do it

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

What to do instead

  • Weighted russian twistWeight plate
  • Cable twistCable
  • Cable seated twistCable
  • Weighted russian twist (legs up)Weight plate
  • Crab twist toe touchBodyweight

Easier variations

  • Assisted motion russian twistOther
  • Band seated twistResistance band
  • Barbell standing twistBarbell
  • Spell casterDumbbell

Harder variations

  • Cable russian twists (on stability ball)Cable
  • Kettlebell advanced windmillKettlebell
  • Kettlebell windmillKettlebell
  • Kettlebell double windmillKettlebell
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