Do Russian twists hurt?

The Russian twist is a brilliant exercise for the core. It does not just target your abs but also works on your side and lower back muscles. Hence, it is perfect for all those who want a flat belly. You do, however, need to keep in mind that if you don’t perform it right then it can leave you injured .20 Nis 2021

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Why do Russian twists hurt so much?

What are the main problems with this Russian Twist exercise? “The first issue is compression. Staying in that half sit-up position requires a massive contraction of the abdominals and hip flexors, which in turn produces excessive compression of the lumbar spine . “The second issue is flexion.29 Eki 2020

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Will Russian twists give you abs?

“The Russian twist targets all the muscles in your core, making it a great abs exercise when you’re tight on time ,” says Peter Donohoe, NASM-certified personal trainer, core strength teacher at The Boston Ballet, and Functional Performance Specialist for Hydrow in Carlisle, MA.25 Oca 2019

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