Elevated-feet Russian Twist
Muscle Groups: Obliques, Abs
Elevated-feet Russian Twist focuses on Obliques, Abs, with Hips working as supporting muscles.
How to Perform
Follow these step-by-step instructions to perform Elevated-feet Russian Twist with proper form and technique.
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Sit on the floor with your knees bent and feet flat, then lean back slightly to engage your core.
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Lift your feet off the floor, keeping your knees bent at about a 90-degree angle.
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Clasp your hands together in front of your chest or hold a weight with both hands.
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Twist your torso to one side, bringing your hands or the weight towards the floor beside your hip.
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Reverse the motion, twisting your torso to the opposite side and bringing your hands or the weight towards the floor beside your other hip.
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Continue alternating sides, maintaining control and keeping your feet elevated throughout the exercise.
Secondary Muscles
While Elevated-feet Russian Twist primarily targets Obliques, Abs , this exercise also activates several secondary muscle groups during the movement. These supporting muscles include Hips . Engaging these secondary muscles helps stabilize your body throughout the exercise, improves overall coordination, and contributes to balanced muscle development.
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If you enjoyed Elevated-feet Russian Twist, you might also want to try these related exercises that target similar muscle groups.
These exercises work the same primary muscles as Elevated-feet 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.
