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Russian Twist

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3
Sets
20
Reps
Bodyweight
Equipment
5.50
Cal/min
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Primary
obliques
1
Sit on the floor, knees bent, lean back slightly to engage your core.
2
Lift your feet off the floor for more difficulty, or keep them down for stability.
3
Rotate your torso side to side, touching the floor (or a weight) beside your hip each time.
4
Keep your chest up and spine long — don't round your back.
5
Move with control, driven by your obliques, not just your arms.
What muscles does Russian Twist work?
Russian Twist primarily targets the obliques.
How many sets and reps of Russian Twist should I do?
A typical starting point is 3 sets of 20 reps, adjusted based on your goal and experience level.
What equipment do I need for Russian Twist?
Russian Twist requires no equipment — it can be done with just bodyweight.

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