All Exercises
Core · Isolation
Russian Twist
Targets Obliques, Core with an optimal working range of 15–25 reps.
Primary Muscles
Obliques, Core
Typical Rep Range
15–25 reps
Core Dominant
Equipment Tier
Bodyweight Only
Bodyweight
Movement Profile
Beginner · Bilateral
Plane: Transverse
Coaching Cues & Execution
Focus on these technical checkpoints on every working set of Russian Twist:
- 1 Sit with knees bent, torso reclined 45 degrees, and spine straight
- 2 Rotate shoulders and torso from side to side
- 3 Keep hips grounded and stable
Common Mistakes to Avoid
Watch for these form breakdowns as fatigue accumulates across sets:
- ✕ Only moving hands side to side without rotating torso
- ✕ Rounding lower back into slumped posture
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