Abs · Weighted · Intermediate
How to do Weighted Russian Twist (Legs Up)
The weighted Russian twist (legs up) is a core exercise that targets the abdominal muscles, particularly the obliques, while also engaging the hip flexors. The movement involves twisting the torso from side to side while holding a weight and keeping the legs elevated, which increases the challenge to balance and core stability.
- Primary muscle
- Abs
- Also works
- Obliques and Hip flexors
- Equipment
- Weighted
- Level
- Intermediate
- Category
- Abs
How to do Weighted Russian Twist (Legs Up), step by step
- Sit on the ground with your knees bent and feet lifted off the ground, keeping your legs together.
- Hold the weight with both hands in front of your chest, keeping your elbows slightly bent.
- Lean back slightly to engage your core muscles.
- Twist your torso to the right, bringing the weight towards the ground on your right side.
- Pause for a moment, then twist your torso to the left, bringing the weight towards the ground on your left side.
- Continue alternating sides for the desired number of repetitions.
Muscles worked
Weighted Russian Twist (Legs Up) works your abs as the main mover, with help from your obliques and hip flexors.
Track Weighted Russian Twist (Legs Up) in SPLYT
Weighted Russian Twist (Legs Up) 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.
