Abs exercise · medicine ball
Assisted Motion Russian Twist
The assisted motion russian twist is a medicine ball exercise that targets the abs, with the obliques and lower back assisting.
- Target muscle
- Abs
- Also works
- Obliques, lower back
- Equipment
- Medicine ball
- Body part
- Waist
How to do the assisted motion russian twist
- Sit on the ground with your knees bent and feet flat on the floor.
- Hold the medicine ball with both hands in front of your chest.
- Lean back slightly, engaging your abs and keeping your back straight.
- Slowly twist your torso to the right, bringing the medicine ball towards the right side of your body.
- Pause for a moment, then twist your torso to the left, bringing the medicine ball towards the left side of your body.
- Continue alternating sides for the desired number of repetitions.
Sets and reps
For muscle growth, 3–4 sets of 8–12 reps with 60–90 seconds of rest is a proven starting point. For strength, use a heavier weight for 3–5 sets of 3–6 reps and rest 2–3 minutes. Add a little weight once you hit the top of your rep range on every set.
Muscles worked
The main muscle is the abs. The obliques and lower back work as secondary muscles. See all ab exercises or every medicine ball exercise.
