How to do a russian twist

CoreBodyweightBeginner

A seated twist that works the sides of your core. Start with no weight — the movement is plenty on its own.

Every move in Core Buddy has a video like this one — and it builds the whole session for you, timer and all. Free to download.

How to do it

1Sit back slightly, heels down or lifted if you fancy more
2Keep your chest tall, don't slump
3Rotate your shoulders from side to side
4Tap the floor each side under control

Muscles worked

Core Obliques

An easier way in

The Russian twist with your feet down. Same rotation, steadier base. Work with this version for as long as you like — when the full one feels within reach, give it a go.

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How to do a russian twist

CoreBodyweightBeginner

A seated twist that works the sides of your core. Start with no weight — the movement is plenty on its own.

Every move in Core Buddy has a video like this one — and it builds the whole session for you, timer and all. Free to download.

How to do it

1Sit back slightly, heels down or lifted if you fancy more
2Keep your chest tall, don't slump
3Rotate your shoulders from side to side
4Tap the floor each side under control

Muscles worked

Core Obliques

An easier way in

The Russian twist with your feet down. Same rotation, steadier base. Work with this version for as long as you like — when the full one feels within reach, give it a go.

Feet on the floor

Share this exercise

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