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How to do Cable Russian Twists (On Stability Ball)

Cable Russian Twists (on stability ball) are a core exercise that targets the abs, obliques, and lower back. The use of a stability ball increases the balance and coordination required, while the cable adds resistance for strength development.

Cable Russian Twists (On Stability Ball) demonstration
Primary muscle
Abs
Also works
Obliques and Lower back
Equipment
Cable
Level
Advanced
Category
Abs

How to do Cable Russian Twists (On Stability Ball), step by step

  1. Sit on a stability ball with your feet flat on the ground and your knees bent at a 90-degree angle.
  2. Hold the cable handle with both hands and extend your arms straight out in front of you.
  3. Lean back slightly while keeping your back straight and your core engaged.
  4. Twist your torso to the right, bringing the cable handle towards your right hip.
  5. Pause for a moment, then twist your torso to the left, bringing the cable handle towards your left hip.
  6. Continue alternating twists for the desired number of repetitions.

Muscles worked

Cable Russian Twists (On Stability Ball) works your abs as the main mover, with help from your obliques and lower back.

Track Cable Russian Twists (On Stability Ball) in SPLYT

Cable Russian Twists (On Stability Ball) 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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