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Russian twist

VeryWellFit: "The seated oblique twist exercise, sometimes called the Russian twist, is a very effective exercise for strengthening the abdominal muscles. Using a medicine ball in the exercise adds a challenge to the workout", [ID: russian_twist]

Instructions

First time: Try 1 set, 10 reps

Steps:

1. Start position: Sit on the floor with your knees bent and feet flat on the floor (easier) or raised up off the floor (more difficult)
2. Contract your abs and sit at about a 45-degree angle
3. Contracting your abs, twist slowly from your torso to your right and touch, pause to hold the position a moment
4. Contract your abs and twist your torso back to the start position, then twist to the other side

Details

Progression: Hold a medicine ball or dumbbell while doing your Russian twist.

Little help

Video: Russian twist demo by Leap Fitness, www.youtube.com/watch?v=DJQGX2J4IVw

Article: "How to Do Oblique Twists" by VeryWellFit, www.verywellfit.com/seated-oblique-twists-with-medicine-ball-3120067

Image source: VeryWellFit, verywellfit.com link