Russian Twist demonstration gif

Instructions:

  • 1Sit on the floor with your knees bent, pull your abs to your spine, and lean back a few inches while keeping your back straight
  • 2Hold your hands straight out in front of you, interlace your fingers to create tension
  • 3Twist your torso to the right, then to the left to complete one rep and engage your obliques
  • 4Contract your abs and twist again to the right, that's one rep

Tips:

  • Keep your back straight and avoid hunching
  • Twist from your waist, not your shoulders
  • Keep your movements smooth, don't jerk or rush
  • As you get better, try to lean back further

Russian Twist Muscles Worked

Arms

Back

Core

Legs