Dumbbell Russian Twist Close Grip Shoulder Press Sit-up Exercise Guide
Exercise Profile
- Target
- Rectus Abdominis
- Equipment
- Dumbbell
- Body Part
- Waist
- Primary Muscle
- Rectus Abdominis
- Secondary Muscles
- Deltoids, Obliques
- Intensity
- high
- Category
- strength
- Skill Level
- intermediate
- Estimated Calories
- 5.5
- Alternate Names
- Russian Twist Sit-up with Dumbbell
How to: Dumbbell Russian Twist Close Grip Shoulder Press Sit-up
- Sit on the floor with your knees bent and feet flat.
- Hold a dumbbell in both hands with your arms extended in front of you.
- Engage your core, lean back slightly and twist your torso to one side.
- Return to the center and then twist to the opposite side.
- For the shoulder press, after the twist, lift the dumbbell overhead.
- Lower the dumbbell back to the starting position and repeat.
Common Mistakes
- Using momentum instead of controlled movements.
- Not engaging the core properly.
- Lifting the dumbbell too high, straining the shoulders.
Modifications
- Use lighter weights to start.
- Perform the exercise without weights if you're a beginner.
Tips
- Engage your core throughout the movement.
- Move slowly and controlled to maintain balance.
- Avoid dropping the dumbbell too quickly to prevent injury.
Dumbbell Russian Twist Close Grip Shoulder Press Sit-up Alternatives
Tags
core
strength
abs
dumbbell
shoulders
twist