Russian Twist with Hands on Chest
Description
The Russian twist with hands on chest is a regression of the standard Russian twist done with the arms folded across the chest. Removing the arm swing eliminates momentum and forces the obliques to do all the work.
Equipment Required
Russian Twist with Hands on Chest Instructions
- Sit on the floor with the knees bent and feet flat.
- Cross the arms over the chest.
- Lean back to about a 45 degree angle.
- Brace the core and keep the chest up.
- Twist the torso to one side.
- Squeeze the obliques on the working side.
- Twist back through center to the other side.
- Continue alternating for the working set.
Russian Twist with Hands on Chest Form & Visual
Russian Twist with Hands on Chest Benefits
- Hammers the obliques.
- Hands on chest removes momentum.
- Bodyweight move.
- Builds rotational core strength.
- Useful for athletes.
Russian Twist with Hands on Chest Muscles Worked
- Obliques
- Rectus abdominis
- Hip flexors
Russian Twist with Hands on Chest Variations & Alternatives
- Russian Twist
- Bicycle Crunch
- Side Plank
- Wood Chop
