Russian Twist

About the movement

A rotational core movement that targets your obliques. Add a dumbbell or plate when bodyweight feels easy.

How to do it

1. 1

   Sit on the floor with knees bent, lean your torso back to about 45 degrees, and lift your feet.

2. 2

   Hold your hands together in front of your chest.

3. 3

   Rotate your torso to one side, bringing your hands beside your hip.

4. 4

   Rotate to the other side, keeping your chest tall and your core braced.

Form tips

• •Rotate from your torso, not just your arms.
• •Keep your back straight; do not hunch forward.
• •If your feet drop, raise your torso angle until you can hold them up.