Assisted Motion Russian Twist Exercise Guide
Exercise Profile
- Target
- Obliques
- Equipment
- Medicine Ball
- Body Part
- Waist
- Primary Muscle
- Obliques
- Secondary Muscles
- Rectus Abdominis, Iliopsoas
- Intensity
- medium
- Category
- strength
- Skill Level
- beginner
- Estimated Calories
- 5
- Alternate Names
- Russian Twist with Assistance
How to: Assisted Motion Russian Twist
- Sit on the floor with your knees bent and feet flat.
- Hold a medicine ball with both hands at chest level.
- Lean back slightly to engage your core.
- Twist your torso to the right, bringing the medicine ball towards the floor next to your hip.
- Return to the center and twist to the left, repeating the motion.
- Continue alternating sides for the desired number of repetitions.
Common Mistakes
- Rounding the back instead of keeping it straight.
- Using momentum rather than core strength to twist.
- Straining the neck by looking forward instead of keeping it neutral.
Modifications
- Perform with feet on the ground if balance is an issue.
- Use a lighter medicine ball or do the movement without the ball.
Tips
- Keep your feet planted for stability.
- Engage your core throughout the exercise.
- Use a controlled motion to avoid straining your back.
Assisted Motion Russian Twist Alternatives
Tags
core
obliques
strength
waist
medicine ball
beginner