Medicine Ball Russian Twist (legs-up)

Medicine Ball Russian Twist demonstration gif

Instructions:

  • 1Sit on the floor with your legs bent, pull your abs to your spine, and lean back a few inches while keeping your back straight.
  • 2Hold the medicine ball with both hands at your chest, and lift your feet off the ground, crossing them at the ankles.
  • 3Rotate your body to one side, and then twist to the other side, keeping your feet off the floor.
  • 4Repeat this back-and-forth twisting motion, all while staying balanced on your sit bones.
  • 5Keep up this movement for as long as the exercise routine requires.

Tips:

  • Keep your back straight throughout the exercise.
  • Engage your abs throughout the movement.
  • To increase the difficulty, move the ball up and away from your body.
  • Go at a steady pace that allows you to maintain control.

Medicine Ball Russian Twist Muscles Worked

Arms

Back

Core

Legs