How to Do Russian Twist Weighted Ball

Russian Twist Weighted Ball is a core exercise using bodyweight, listed as intermediate in the A90 Training Club catalogue.

Primary muscle

Core

Equipment

Bodyweight

Difficulty

Intermediate

01 / Move with control

How to perform

How to do Russian Twist Weighted Ball

  1. 01Sit on the floor with your knees bent and feet flat or slightly elevated for a challenge.
  2. 02Hold a medicine ball with both hands in front of your chest and lean back slightly.
  3. 03Rotate your torso to the right and touch the ball to the floor beside your hip.
  4. 04Rotate across the center to the left side and touch the ball to the floor.
  5. 05Keep your core engaged and avoid swinging your legs during the rotations.

Same guidance shown inside the A90 app

02 / Anatomy

Muscles worked by Russian Twist Weighted Ball

Primary Stabiliser Inactive

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Primary movers

  • Core Stabilises the spine and transfers force.

Stabilisers

  • Lower back Stabilises the spine during lifts and bends.
  • Forearms Grips and stabilises the wrist under load.

03 / A90 Coach

A90 Coach tip

Follow the ball with your eyes and head to ensure full thoracic rotation through the core.

Same coaching engine used inside the A90 app

05 / FAQ

Russian Twist Weighted Ball questions

What muscles does Russian Twist Weighted Ball work?

Russian Twist Weighted Ball is catalogued as a core exercise in A90 Training Club, with the core as its primary muscle group.

How do you do Russian Twist Weighted Ball correctly?

Sit on the floor with your knees bent and feet flat or slightly elevated for a challenge. Hold a medicine ball with both hands in front of your chest and lean back slightly. Rotate your torso to the right and touch the ball to the floor beside your hip. Rotate across the center to the left side and touch the ball to the floor. Keep your core engaged and avoid swinging your legs during the rotations.

What is the A90 coach tip for Russian Twist Weighted Ball?

Follow the ball with your eyes and head to ensure full thoracic rotation through the core.

Is Russian Twist Weighted Ball suitable for beginners?

Russian Twist Weighted Ball is rated intermediate in the A90 Training Club catalogue.

Do you need equipment for Russian Twist Weighted Ball?

No. Russian Twist Weighted Ball is listed as a bodyweight movement in the A90 catalogue, so you can train it with no kit.

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