Exercise Database

Russian Twist

Course: PHRE 3040 – Resistance Training Movement Pattern: Core | rotation Target: Obliques Synergist(s): Rectus Abdominus
Exercise ID: 77190
Regressions: Progressions:

Equipment: Body Weight, Dumbbell, Kettlebell, Medicine Ball
Description:
  1. Start seated with knees bent and feet flat on the floor, holding one plate with both hands in front of the chest.
  2. Keeping the spine long and the abdominals tight, lean back slightly and lift the feet a few inches off the floor. (To modify, keep the feet on the floor.)
  3. Slowly twist the torso to the left and bring the plate beside the left hip. Return to center, and then slowly twist to the right and bring the weight beside the right hip to complete one rotation.
Common Error(s): Not engaging core | Inappropriate momentum
Spotting:


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