Glute Ham Developer Sit up and Russian Twist Exercise Guide
Exercise Profile
- Target
- Rectus Abdominis
- Equipment
- Body weight
- Body Part
- Waist
- Primary Muscle
- Rectus Abdominis
- Secondary Muscles
- Hip Flexors, Obliques
- Intensity
- medium
- Category
- strength
- Skill Level
- intermediate
- Estimated Calories
- 5
- Alternate Names
- GHD Sit-up, Russian Twist Sit-up
How to: Glute Ham Developer Sit up and Russian Twist
- Start by sitting on a glute ham developer with your feet secured.
- Lean back while keeping your torso at a 45-degree angle.
- Perform a sit-up by curling your torso up towards your knees.
- At the top of the movement, twist your torso to the right.
- Return to center and lower your torso back down.
Common Mistakes
- Using momentum rather than muscle strength.
- Arching the back excessively.
- Not engaging the core throughout the movement.
Modifications
- Perform with bent knees to reduce difficulty.
- Use a stability ball for support.
Tips
- Keep your back straight during the exercise.
- Engage your core to protect your back.
- Use controlled movements for best results.
Glute Ham Developer Sit up and Russian Twist Alternatives
Tags
core
abs
strength
waist
exercise
glute