Dumbbell Russian Twist with Legs Floor Off Exercise Guide

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Exercise Profile

Target
Obliques
Equipment
Dumbbell
Body Part
Waist
Primary Muscle
Obliques
Secondary Muscles
Rectus Abdominis
Intensity
medium
Category
strength
Skill Level
intermediate
Estimated Calories
6
Alternate Names
Russian Twist with Legs Lifted

Visualised Target Muscle Groups

Front

Body muscles front

Back

Body muscles back

How to: Dumbbell Russian Twist with Legs Floor Off

  1. Sit on the floor with your knees bent and feet lifted off the ground.
  2. Hold a dumbbell with both hands and lean back slightly.
  3. Twist your torso to the right, bringing the dumbbell beside your hip.
  4. Return to the center and twist to the left, bringing the dumbbell beside your left hip.
  5. Continue to alternate sides for the desired number of repetitions.

Common Mistakes

  • Rounding the back instead of keeping it straight.
  • Using too much momentum instead of controlled movement.
  • Not engaging the core muscles properly.

Modifications

  • Perform the twist without weights for beginners.
  • Keep feet on the ground instead of lifting legs for more support.

Tips

  • Keep your back straight during the twist to avoid straining.
  • Engage your core muscles to maintain stability.
  • Move slowly and controlled to maximize engagement.

Tags

core
obliques
strength
twist
dumbbell
abs

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