Russian Twist
The Russian Twist primarily works the External Obliques, Internal Obliques, with secondary activation of the Rectus Abdominis and stabilizer support from the Erector Spinae, Transverse Abdominis. It is a plate isolation exercise at beginner difficulty.
Seated twisting movement holding weight rotating side to side.
| Equipment | Plate |
|---|---|
| Difficulty | Beginner |
| Type | Isolation |
| Movement | Rotation |
| Force | Push |
| Laterality | Bilateral |
| Primary | External Obliques, Internal Obliques |
| Secondary | Rectus Abdominis |
Muscles Worked
Front
Back
Primary
Secondary
Stabilizer
Primary Muscles
- Primary Muscle External Obliques (core)
- Primary Muscle Internal Obliques (core)
Secondary Muscles
- Secondary Muscle Rectus Abdominis (core)
Stabilizer Muscles
- Stabilizer Muscle Erector Spinae (back)
- Stabilizer Muscle Transverse Abdominis (core)
Instructions
- Preparation: Grasp weight plate with both hands. Execution: Rotate torso against resistance through full range of motion. Return to starting position under control. Repeat on opposite side. Comments: Maintain control throughout movement to fully engage the External Obliques, Internal Obliques.
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