How to do the Weighted Russian Twist (legs Up)
Weighted Russian Twist (legs Up) is a beginner single-joint isolation pushing exercise targeting the Abs in the Waist region. Performed using weighted, it falls under the strength category. Secondary muscles engaged include Obliques and Hip Flexors.
Weighted Russian Twist (legs Up) demonstration · © GymiaFit
Weighted Russian Twist (legs Up) at a glance
- Primary muscles
- Abs
- Secondary muscles
- Obliques, Hip Flexors
- Equipment
- Weighted
- Level
- Beginner
- Type
- Isolation (single-joint)
- Force
- Push
Weighted Russian Twist (legs Up) step by step
- 1Sit on the ground with your knees bent and feet lifted off the ground, keeping your legs together.
- 2Hold the weight with both hands in front of your chest, keeping your elbows slightly bent.
- 3Lean back slightly to engage your core muscles.
- 4Twist your torso to the right, bringing the weight towards the ground on your right side.
- 5Pause for a moment, then twist your torso to the left, bringing the weight towards the ground on your left side.
- 6Continue alternating sides for the desired number of repetitions.
Weighted Russian Twist (legs Up) — questions
What muscles does the Weighted Russian Twist (legs Up) work?
The Weighted Russian Twist (legs Up) primarily targets the Abs. It also recruits the Obliques, Hip Flexors as secondary movers.
What equipment do I need for the Weighted Russian Twist (legs Up)?
You need weighted. If your gym does not have it, the alternatives listed further down train the same muscles with different kit.
Is the Weighted Russian Twist (legs Up) suitable for beginners?
Yes. It is classed as a beginner movement: the pattern is simple enough to learn in a session and easy to scale by adjusting range of motion or load.
What can I do instead of the Weighted Russian Twist (legs Up)?
Otis Up, Weighted Crunch, Weighted Decline Sit-up train the same muscles and make good substitutes when the equipment is taken or the movement does not suit you.
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