Weighted Russian Twist

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Learn how to do the Weighted Russian Twist with proper form and technique. This weighted exercise primarily targets your Abs, with secondary emphasis on Obliques, Lower Back.

Weighted Russian Twist exercise demonstration showing proper form

How to Do the Weighted Russian Twist

Follow these steps to perform the Weighted Russian Twist with correct form:

  1. 1Sit on the ground with your knees bent and your feet flat on the floor.
  2. 2Hold a weight or medicine ball with both hands in front of your chest.
  3. 3Lean back slightly, keeping your back straight and your core engaged.
  4. 4Slowly twist your torso to the right, bringing the weight or medicine ball towards the floor on your right side.
  5. 5Pause for a moment, then twist your torso to the left, bringing the weight or medicine ball towards the floor on your left side.
  6. 6Continue alternating sides for the desired number of repetitions.

Weighted Russian Twist Muscles Worked

Primary

abs

Secondary

obliqueslower back

Exercise Details

Equipment
weighted
Body Part
waist
Category
Extended

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