Russian Twist

What it is

This compound movement challenges your core strength and stability. It primarily targets your abdominal muscles, requiring a rotational twist from your torso. You will also engage your lower back as a secondary muscle group. This is an intermediate exercise designed for bodyweight execution.

Technique tips

• Keep your core engaged to protect your lower back.
• Control the twisting motion; avoid using momentum.
• Maintain a consistent V-shape with your torso.
• Exhale as you twist to each side of your body.
• Anchor your feet securely for proper stability.

How to track your progress

Log reps, and add the extra load if you wear a belt or a vest. Straddly counts your bodyweight in the estimated max, so added weight and extra reps both show up as progress, and new records are flagged during the session.