Exercise technique

weighted russian twist

The weighted Russian twist is a core exercise that targets the abs and obliques, performed by twisting the torso while holding a weight or medicine ball.

How do you perform this exercise?

  1. Sit on the ground with your knees bent and your feet flat on the floor.
  2. Hold a weight or medicine ball with both hands in front of your chest.
  3. Lean back slightly, keeping your back straight and your core engaged.
  4. Slowly twist your torso to the right, bringing the weight or medicine ball towards the floor on your right side.
  5. Pause for a moment, then twist your torso to the left, bringing the weight or medicine ball towards the floor on your left side.
  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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