Weighted Russian twist: how to do it and what it works

Seated trunk rotation with a controlled external load.

Image: start and end of the movement.

How to do it

Seated rotation for the core using a manageable load and a stable pelvis.

Form. Rotate your ribs with control, keep your chest high and move the load without swinging the legs.

Common mistake. Moving only the arms, rounding the back excessively, or speeding up to get more reps.

Obliques · Bodyweight

The muscles listed are an editorial reference, not a measurement. Adjust the range and the load to what feels comfortable.

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