Russian Twist
Muscle Groups: Obliques
Russian Twist focuses on Obliques, with Abs working as supporting muscles.
How to Perform
Follow these step-by-step instructions to perform Russian Twist with proper form and technique.
- 1
Sit on the floor with your knees bent and feet flat on the ground. Lean your torso back slightly, keeping your back straight, and clasp your hands together in front of your chest.
- 2
Rotate your torso to one side, bringing your clasped hands towards the floor beside your hip.
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Return your torso to the center, facing forward.
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Now, rotate your torso to the opposite side, bringing your clasped hands towards the floor beside your other hip.
- 5
Return to the center to complete one repetition, then continue alternating sides.
Secondary Muscles
While Russian Twist primarily targets Obliques , this exercise also activates several secondary muscle groups during the movement. These supporting muscles include Abs . 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 Russian Twist, you might also want to try these related exercises that target similar muscle groups.
These exercises work the same primary muscles as 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.
