Russian Twist

A seated trunk rotation targeting the obliques.

Sets: 3
Reps: 16-20
Rest: 45 s
Difficulty: Intermediate

Bodyweight

Demonstration

Russian Twist

Targeted Muscles

How to Perform

01Sit down, knees bent, torso leaned slightly back.
02With hands together, rotate your torso side to side.
03Stay in control of your core on every rotation.

Form Tips

Rotate from your trunk, not your shoulders.
To make it harder, lift your feet off the floor.

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