RUSSIAN TWISTS

WITH WEIGHTS BY SEQUOIA HALDAN

RUSSIAN TWISTS A strength building core exercise focusing on the obliques.

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OBLIQUES

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Sit on the floor with your knees slightly bent and with your feet flat on the ground.

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Hold the weight with both hands and extend your arms straight in front of you and lift your legs a foot off the ground.

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Twist your torso to the right, bringing the weight close to the ground next to your hip. Pause for one count, then twist your torso to the left and repeat.

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Remember to exhale with each twist and keep your legs elevated throughout the exercise to help build strength in your abdominal muscles. 30 reps

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RUSSIAN TWISTS WITH A MEDICINE BALL

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