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RUSSIAN TWIST

Seated rotational core movement. Develops oblique strength and rotational stability.

MOVEMENT GUIDE

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HOW TO PERFORM

  1. 1

    Lean back slightly with the trunk braced.

  2. 2

    Rotate the ribcage left while keeping the hips steady.

  3. 3

    Rotate the ribcage right with control.

THE STANDARD

One controlled rotation to one side counts as one rep. Alternate sides; the counter records total repetitions.

COACHING CUES

Lean back slightly with the trunk braced.Rotate the ribcage left while keeping the hips steady.Rotate the ribcage right with control.

COMMON MISTAKES

  • Rotating only the arms — the torso must rotate.

  • Losing the lean — maintain the 45-degree torso angle.

  • Rushing — controlled rotation only.

SCALING / SUBSTITUTIONS

  • Bodyweight only (no weight).

  • Feet on the floor for easier balance.

  • Reduce the range of rotation.

300WOD APPLICATION

Russian twists are used as a rotational core accessory movement at Foundation and Hoplite Standards.

300WOD STANDARDS

Foundation✓
Hoplite✓
Elite✓
Spartan

EQUIPMENT

BodyweightDumbbellKettlebell

MUSCLES

Primary

ObliquesAbs / Core

Secondary

Hip Flexors
Russian Twist — 300WOD Exercise Library