Russian Twist

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Russian Twist

Category
Strength
Level
Intermediate
Equipment
Body Only
Force
Pull
Mechanic
Compound

Primary Muscles

Abdominals

Secondary Muscles

Lower Back

Instructions

  1. 1

    Lie down on the floor placing your feet either under something that will not move or by having a partner hold them. Your legs should be bent at the knees.

  2. 2

    Elevate your upper body so that it creates an imaginary V-shape with your thighs. Your arms should be fully extended in front of you perpendicular to your torso and with the hands clasped. This is the starting position.

  3. 3

    Twist your torso to the right side until your arms are parallel with the floor while breathing out.

  4. 4

    Hold the contraction for a second and move back to the starting position while breathing out. Now move to the opposite side performing the same techniques you applied to the right side.

  5. 5

    Repeat for the recommended amount of repetitions.

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