Weighted Russian Twist (legs up) Exercise Guide
Exercise Profile
- Target
- Obliques
- Equipment
- Weighted
- Body Part
- Waist
- Primary Muscle
- Obliques
- Secondary Muscles
- Rectus Abdominis, Iliopsoas, Quadriceps
- Intensity
- medium
- Category
- strength
- Skill Level
- intermediate
- Estimated Calories
- 6
- Alternate Names
- Weighted Twist, Russian Twist with Legs Elevated
How to: Weighted Russian Twist (legs up)
- Sit on the floor with your legs lifted and bent at a 90-degree angle.
- Hold a weight with both hands and lean back slightly.
- Twist your torso to one side while keeping your legs stable.
- Return to the center and then twist to the opposite side.
- Repeat for the desired number of repetitions.
Common Mistakes
- Rounding the back instead of maintaining a straight spine.
- Using too much momentum rather than controlled movement.
- Neglecting to engage the core throughout the exercise.
Modifications
- Keep your feet on the ground for stability.
- Reduce the weight to decrease intensity.
Tips
- Engage your core throughout the movement.
- Keep a neutral spine and avoid rounding your back.
- Control the movement both while twisting and returning to the center.
Weighted Russian Twist (legs up) Alternatives
Tags
core
obliques
strength
weighted
waist
Russian twist