Russian Twist
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Russian Twist

Obliques · secondary: Rectus Abdominis
Core beginner Home / Gym bodyweight / dumbbell / mat
Sets × Reps
3 × 20-30
Rest
30s
Est. Calories
~5/min
Muscle Group
Core
Starting Position

Lie or brace in the starting position with the lower back gently pressed toward the floor.

Step-by-Step Instructions

1. Sit with knees bent, lean back slightly, feet lifted or on the floor.

2. Rotate your torso to touch the floor on each side.

3. Keep the movement controlled, driven from the core.

Breathing

Breathe steadily throughout; never hold your breath during the hardest part.

Common Mistakes

Yanking the neck, using momentum instead of the core, and letting the lower back arch.

Safety Tips

Stop if you feel it in the lower back rather than the abs; reduce range of motion first.

Variations

Beginner: Keep feet on the floor.

Intermediate: Feet lifted.

Advanced: Hold a light dumbbell.

Equipment Not Available? Try Instead
Side Plank
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Bicycle Crunch
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