Russian twist
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How to do it
Sit with the knees bent and the chest tall, leaning back to a comfortable angle. Rotate from the ribcage side to side, moving the torso rather than just the hands. Keep the spine long and the chest up — slumping and whipping a heavy weight around loads the lower back for very little benefit.
Form cues
- Rotate from the ribcage
- Chest stays tall
Safety
Talk to a professional before this exercise if you have any of the following:
Lower back
This is general exercise reference, not medical advice. Stop and consult a qualified professional if an exercise causes pain, and never work through joint pain.