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How to do Assisted Motion Russian Twist

The assisted motion Russian twist is a core exercise performed with a medicine ball. It targets the abdominal muscles and also engages the obliques and lower back. The movement involves twisting the torso from side to side while holding a medicine ball, which adds resistance and helps build core strength and stability.

Assisted Motion Russian Twist demonstration
Primary muscle
Abs
Also works
Obliques and Lower back
Equipment
Medicine ball
Level
Beginner
Category
Abs

How to do Assisted Motion Russian Twist, step by step

  1. Sit on the ground with your knees bent and feet flat on the floor.
  2. Hold the medicine ball with both hands in front of your chest.
  3. Lean back slightly, engaging your abs and keeping your back straight.
  4. Slowly twist your torso to the right, bringing the medicine ball towards the right side of your body.
  5. Pause for a moment, then twist your torso to the left, bringing the medicine ball towards the left side of your body.
  6. Continue alternating sides for the desired number of repetitions.

Muscles worked

Assisted Motion Russian Twist works your abs as the main mover, with help from your obliques and lower back.

Track Assisted Motion Russian Twist in SPLYT

Assisted Motion Russian Twist is already in SPLYT’s exercise library. Log your sets, reps and weight on iPhone or Apple Watch, with last time’s weights already filled in.

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