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Cable Russian Twists (on Stability Ball) exercise animation

Cable Russian Twists (on Stability Ball)

Category
Waist
Equipment
Cable
Target
Abs

Doing Russian twists on a stability ball adds a balance demand on top of the usual rotational ab work, since the ball offers no fixed base to twist against. The obliques have to work overtime just to keep the torso from tipping sideways as the arms rotate. It's a step up in difficulty from a floor-based twist, useful once basic rotational core control is already solid.

How to Do the Cable Russian Twists (on Stability Ball)

  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

The Cable Russian Twists (on Stability Ball) primarily targets the Abs, with Obliques as the primary synergist muscle group, along with the Lower Back.

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Don't have cable? These target the same abs with different equipment.

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FAQ

What muscles does the Cable Russian Twists (on Stability Ball) work?
The Cable Russian Twists (on Stability Ball) primarily targets the abs, with the obliques and lower back assisting.
What equipment do I need for the Cable Russian Twists (on Stability Ball)?
The Cable Russian Twists (on Stability Ball) is done with a cable.
What's a good alternative to the Cable Russian Twists (on Stability Ball)?
If you don't have access to a cable, the 3/4 Sit-Up targets the same abs using body weight instead.