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russian twists — video demonstration

Russian twists: step-by-step guide with video, three form cues, common mistakes and how many reps to start with. Beginner bodyweight obliques exercise, no equipment.

watch for these things

  • Turn your ribcage and shoulders together, as if your hands are glued in front of your breastbone.
  • Sit tall on your sit bones, leaning back only as far as your spine stays long.
  • Follow your hands with your eyes so your head rotates along with your torso.

→ full russian twists guide — step-by-step instructions, muscles worked & all form tips

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