Russian twist

Main muscle🎯 Abs
Equipment🧰 Body weight
Area🎯 Core/Abs
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How to do it step by step

  1. Sit on the ground with your knees bent and feet flat on the floor.
  2. Lean back slightly while keeping your back straight and your core engaged.
  3. Hold your hands together in front of your chest or hold a weight if desired.
  4. Lift your feet off the ground, balancing on your sit bones.
  5. Twist your torso to the right, bringing your hands or weight towards the right side of your body.
  6. Pause for a moment, then twist your torso to the left, bringing your hands or weight towards the left side of your body.
  7. Continue alternating sides for the desired number of repetitions.

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Start with no weight, or very light, until the movement feels automatic. If you feel joint pain (not muscle burn), stop. This is informational content and does not replace a coach or a healthcare professional.

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