Cycling Russian Twist
Muscle Groups: Abs
Cycling Russian Twist focuses on Abs, with Obliques, Quads working as supporting muscles.
How to Perform
Follow these step-by-step instructions to perform Cycling Russian Twist with proper form and technique.
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Lie on your back with your knees bent, feet flat on the floor, and hands gently placed behind your head.
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Lift your head and shoulders off the floor, twisting your torso to bring one elbow towards the opposite knee while simultaneously extending the other leg straight out.
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Return to the starting position, lowering your head and shoulders back to the floor and bending both knees.
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Repeat the movement on the opposite side, bringing the other elbow towards its opposite knee as you extend the other leg.
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Continue to alternate sides with each repetition.
Secondary Muscles
While Cycling Russian Twist primarily targets Abs , this exercise also activates several secondary muscle groups during the movement. These supporting muscles include Obliques, Quads . Engaging these secondary muscles helps stabilize your body throughout the exercise, improves overall coordination, and contributes to balanced muscle development.
Related Exercises
If you enjoyed Cycling Russian Twist, you might also want to try these related exercises that target similar muscle groups.
These exercises work the same primary muscles as Cycling Russian Twist, making them excellent alternatives for variety in your training program or complementary movements to include in the same workout session. Mixing different exercises that target similar muscle groups helps prevent plateaus, reduces overuse injuries, and keeps your workouts engaging and effective.
