Sandbag Russian Twist

Primary muscles
Obliques
Secondary muscles
Abs, Forearms
Equipment
Weighted
Movement pattern
None

Steps

  1. 1 Sit on the floor with your knees bent and feet lifted slightly off the ground, or keep them lightly touching the floor for more stability.
  2. 2 Lean your torso back slightly, maintaining a straight back, and hold the sandbag with both hands in front of your chest.
  3. 3 Engage your core and twist your torso to one side, bringing the sandbag down towards the floor beside your hip.
  4. 4 Immediately reverse the movement, twisting your torso to the opposite side and bringing the sandbag down towards the floor beside your other hip.
  5. 5 Continue alternating sides in a controlled, fluid motion.

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