Weighted Russian Twist (legs Up)

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Learn how to do the Weighted Russian Twist (legs Up) with proper form and technique. This weighted exercise primarily targets your Abs, with secondary emphasis on Obliques, Hip Flexors.

Weighted Russian Twist (legs Up) exercise demonstration showing proper form

How to Do the Weighted Russian Twist (legs Up)

Follow these steps to perform the Weighted Russian Twist (legs Up) with correct form:

  1. 1Sit on the ground with your knees bent and feet lifted off the ground, keeping your legs together.
  2. 2Hold the weight with both hands in front of your chest, keeping your elbows slightly bent.
  3. 3Lean back slightly to engage your core muscles.
  4. 4Twist your torso to the right, bringing the weight towards the ground on your right side.
  5. 5Pause for a moment, then twist your torso to the left, bringing the weight towards the ground on your left side.
  6. 6Continue alternating sides for the desired number of repetitions.

Weighted Russian Twist (legs Up) Muscles Worked

Primary

abs

Secondary

obliqueship flexors

Exercise Details

Equipment
weighted
Body Part
waist
Category
Main

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