Russian Twists

Russian twists target obliques for a defined waist and rotational control with proper Russian twist form. Using a medicine ball increases resistance, amplifying torque for sports requiring quick directional changes.

Russian Twists

📋 How to Do?

  1. Sit with knees bent, lean back 45 degrees, feet off ground if advanced.
  2. Hold weight at chest, twist torso left to right, touching ground.
  3. Exhale on twist. 3 sets of 20 reps per side.

Keep back straight with feet grounded if needed, rotate from torso not arms, and use no weight initially—avoid if lower back issues, opting for gentler rotations.

💪 Working Muscles

Primary: Obliques (internal and external for torso rotation); Secondary: Rectus Abdominis (core bracing during twist); Transverse Abdominis (stability in lean-back position)

Equipment Needed: Medicine ball (optional)

Difficulty: Intermediate

✨ Benefits

Russian twists enhance rotational sports performance like golf or tennis. They trim love handles via oblique activation. They boost spinal mobility and coordination.

🔥 Burned Calories

Burns Approx. 40-60 kcal per 10 min at moderate intensity

Metabolic Impact: Moderate, great for rotational core

Common Mistakes

  1. Rounding back during lean, straining spine.
  2. Using arms to pull, not rotating from core.
  3. Twisting too fast, losing control and oblique focus.

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