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Russian Twist with Dumbbell

  • Intermediate
  • Abdominals

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Setup instructions

1) Sit on your tailbone, bend your knees and plant the feet on the floor - your knees should face upwards.

2) Place your hands in the crease between your thigh and knee.

3) Extend your arms fully and lean back. Tighten your core and release your arms - hold this position.

4) Grab the dumbbell and place it beside you to your right - engage the core. Lift your legs up so your heels are about a foot or 2 off the floor.

Note: The core must be engaged throughout the exercise.

Perform instructions

1) Twist the core and lift the dumbbell up and over your trunk.

2) Follow this pattern and repeat on the other side.

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Health benefits

Strength · Muscular Endurance

Skills

Coordination · Balance

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