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Weighted Russian Twist (legs Up)

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target Target Muscle Groups

Primary: Abs accessibility Waist
Obliques Hip Flexors

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Weighted

Category

strength

Mechanic

isolation

Cal/min

6.1

Force

push

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.

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1

Sit on the ground with your knees bent and feet lifted off the ground, keeping your legs together.

2

Hold the weight with both hands in front of your chest, keeping your elbows slightly bent.

3

Lean back slightly to engage your core muscles.

4

Twist your torso to the right, bringing the weight towards the ground on your right side.

5

Pause for a moment, then twist your torso to the left, bringing the weight towards the ground on your left side.

6

Continue alternating sides for the desired number of repetitions.

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