Weighted Elevated-feet Russian Twist
Muscle Groups: Obliques, Abs
Weighted 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 Weighted Elevated-feet Russian Twist with proper form and technique.
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Sit on the floor with your knees bent and feet elevated a few inches off the ground.
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Lean your torso back slightly, maintaining a straight back and engaged core.
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Hold a weight with both hands close to your chest, keeping your elbows slightly bent.
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Twist your torso to one side, bringing the weight down towards the floor beside your hip.
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Keep your feet elevated and your core tight throughout the movement.
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Return to the center, then immediately twist to the opposite side, bringing the weight down towards the floor beside your other hip.
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Continue alternating twists from side to side in a controlled manner.
Secondary Muscles
While Weighted 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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These exercises work the same primary muscles as Weighted 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.
