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Weighted Russian Twist (legs Up) exercise animation

Weighted Russian Twist (legs Up)

Category
Waist
Equipment
Weighted
Target
Abs

Lifting the feet off the ground during a Russian twist removes the legs as a stabilizing anchor, forcing the deep core to hold the position while the obliques still handle the rotation. It's a harder version of the standard twist for exactly that reason — balance becomes part of the challenge alongside the rotational strength. Keep the twist controlled; a wobbling torso means the weight is heavier than the position can currently support.

How to Do the Weighted Russian Twist (legs Up)

  1. Sit on the ground with your knees bent and feet lifted off the ground, keeping your legs together.
  2. Hold the weight with both hands in front of your chest, keeping your elbows slightly bent.
  3. Lean back slightly to engage your core muscles.
  4. Twist your torso to the right, bringing the weight towards the ground on your right side.
  5. Pause for a moment, then twist your torso to the left, bringing the weight towards the ground on your left side.
  6. Continue alternating sides for the desired number of repetitions.

Muscles Worked

The Weighted Russian Twist (legs Up) primarily targets the Abs, with Obliques as the primary synergist muscle group, along with the Hip Flexors.

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

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FAQ

What muscles does the Weighted Russian Twist (legs Up) work?
The Weighted Russian Twist (legs Up) primarily targets the abs, with the obliques and hip flexors assisting.
What equipment do I need for the Weighted Russian Twist (legs Up)?
The Weighted Russian Twist (legs Up) is done with a weighted.
What's a good alternative to the Weighted Russian Twist (legs Up)?
If you don't have access to a weighted, the 3/4 Sit-Up targets the same abs using body weight instead.