Russian Twist Plate

Equipment: Plate

Russian Twist Plate

Description

Russian twists are a core exercise that target the obliques, the muscles on the sides of the abdomen. Here are the steps to perform them:

  • Sit on the floor with your knees bent and your feet flat on the ground.
  • Lean back slightly and keep your spine straight.
  • Hold your hands together in front of your chest or hold a weight if you want to increase the difficulty.
  • Twist your torso to the right and touch your hands or the weight to the floor next to your right hip.
  • Twist your torso to the left and touch your hands or the weight to the floor next to your left hip.
  • Repeat for the desired number of reps and sets.

Primary Muscles

  • Obliques

Synergistic Muscles

  • Illiopsoas