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Exercise Description |
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Main Target Muscles |
Obliques |
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Secondary Target Muscles |
Core, shoulder, back |
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Workout Type |
Strength |
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Gym Gear |
Kettlebell, dumbbell |
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Fitness Level |
Beginner |
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Compound/Isolated |
Compound |
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Power Move |
Rotational |
Target Muscles: Obliques and Core
Russian Twists Overview
The Russian twist is a common exercise that takes a strong place in ab workouts. It targets the oblique and gives your abs a defined shape. If you are looking for any workout move to get the perfect curves, you know what to rely on.
The exercise also plays a key role in working your core. It develops your abdominals' muscles, strengthens your core muscles, and improves your posture. You can add more challenges to exercise with the help of a kettlebell or a dumbbell.
How to Do It
- Start by sitting on the floor, bending your knees and feet flat on the ground.
- Lean back so that your upper torso is at an angle of 45-degree with the floor.
- Keep your back straight. Position your hands in front of your chest and engage your core.
- If you are using a dumbbell or kettlebell, hold it at the center.
- Lift your feet off the ground.
- Rotate your arms to one side. Go all out and move as far as you can.
- Do the same on the opposite side.
Russian Twists Tips
- Lift your feet off the ground to make exercise more challenging.
- You can hold the weight to work on your oblique. Make sure that you do not drop the weight at any point.
- Your back and shoulders should be in one place throughout the exercise.
