Exercise technique

assisted motion russian twist

The assisted motion Russian twist is a core exercise performed with a medicine ball. It targets the abdominal muscles and also engages the obliques and lower back. The movement involves twisting the torso from side to side while holding a medicine ball, which adds resistance and helps build core strength and stability.

How do you perform this exercise?

  1. Sit on the ground with your knees bent and feet flat on the floor.
  2. Hold the medicine ball with both hands in front of your chest.
  3. Lean back slightly, engaging your abs and keeping your back straight.
  4. Slowly twist your torso to the right, bringing the medicine ball towards the right side of your body.
  5. Pause for a moment, then twist your torso to the left, bringing the medicine ball towards the left side of your body.
  6. Continue alternating sides for the desired number of repetitions.

Which other muscles are involved?

Obliques, Lower back.

How do you log your sets?

How do you track progressive overload?

Source: ExerciseDB catalogue and demonstration. Related movements are options to compare, not equivalent loads or a prescribed progression.

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