How to Do Russian Twist
Step-by-step instructions, muscles worked and workouts that use the russian twist.
| Main muscles | Abs |
| Also works | Lower Back |
| Equipment | Body Only |
| Level | Intermediate |
| Type | Strength |
How to do it
- Lie down on the floor placing your feet either under something that will not move or by having a partner hold them. Your legs should be bent at the knees.
- Elevate your upper body so that it creates an imaginary V-shape with your thighs. Your arms should be fully extended in front of you perpendicular to your torso and with the hands clasped. This is the starting position.
- Twist your torso to the right side until your arms are parallel with the floor while breathing out.
- Hold the contraction for a second and move back to the starting position while breathing out. Now move to the opposite side performing the same techniques you applied to the right side.
- Repeat for the recommended amount of repetitions.
Form tips
- Start light and own the movement before adding weight.
- Control the lowering phase — don't drop into it.
- Keep breathing; exhale on the hardest part.
- Stop if you feel sharp pain (different from muscle burn).
Workouts with this exercise
Bodyweight Abs & Core Workout for Intermediate6 exercises · about 45 min · BodyweightDumbbell Abs & Core Workout for Intermediate6 exercises · about 45 min · DumbbellKettlebell Abs & Core Workout for Intermediate6 exercises · about 47 min · KettlebellResistance Band Abs & Core Workout for Intermediate6 exercises · about 45 min · Resistance BandHIIT Fat-Burning Workout for Intermediate (No Equipment)8 exercises · about 30 min · Bodyweight
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