While it is a core exercise, the Russian twist works more than just your abs, or rectus abdominus , the muscles that run vertically along the front of your abdomen. When you maintain that flexed position—like in the top part of sit-up—you are hitting those rectus abdominis muscles, says Miklaus.8 Oca 2022
Read moreWhat muscle is worked the most during the Russian twist exercise?
While it is a core exercise, the Russian twist works more than just your abs, or rectus abdominus , the muscles that run vertically along the front of your abdomen. When you maintain that flexed position—like in the top part of sit-up—you are hitting those rectus abdominis muscles, says Miklaus.8 Oca 2022
Read moreWhat are Russian twists good for?
Russian twists strengthen your core, obliques, and spine . “It’s a total core exercise that also works your balance, builds stability in your spine, and trims your mid-section all at once,” says Donohoe.25 Oca 2019
Read moreWhat are Russian twists good for?
Russian twists strengthen your core, obliques, and spine . “It’s a total core exercise that also works your balance, builds stability in your spine, and trims your mid-section all at once,” says Donohoe.25 Oca 2019
Read moreDoes twisting reduce belly fat?
Twist boards may help you achieve some muscle tone and whittle away fat around your midsection . For some women, this can translate into a flatter stomach, tighter hips, and a smaller waist.
Read moreDoes twisting reduce belly fat?
Twist boards may help you achieve some muscle tone and whittle away fat around your midsection . For some women, this can translate into a flatter stomach, tighter hips, and a smaller waist.
Read moreWhy you shouldn’t do Russian twist?
Skip: Russian Twist “Combining the compression and flexion of this movement with rotation places a lot of pressure on the spinal disc, excessive compression of the lumbar spine, and movement of disc fluid .”
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