Seated Russian Twist

the Seated Russian Twist activates the oblique muscles through a basic twisting movement through the torso. Form is important. A 45˚ lean in the torso will insure a solid core challenge.

• Type Of Exercise: Strength
• Muscles: Abdominals, Shoulders
• Difficulty: Beginner
• Equipment: Dumbbell, Weight Plate

Seated Russian Twist

1. Begin seated on the floor with knees bent, feet flat and torso upright.
2. Extend a weight straight out in front of you, straighten your back, and engage your abs.
3. Lean back so your torso is angled approximately 45-degrees to the floor.
4. Lift your toes so only your sit bones and heels of your feet are supporting you.
5. Now rotate your torso to your right, keeping the weight in line with the middle of your chest.
6. Twist as far as you can to your right, attempting to get the weight to the floor.
7. Do not simply drop the weight to your side; twist in order to get it to the floor.
8. Rotate back to center, switch sides, and continue to alternate for reps.

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• Type of Exercise: Strength
• Muscles: Abdominals
• Difficulty: Beginner
• Equipment: Body Only

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