Russian Twist (Weighted)
Learn how to do the Russian Twist (Weighted) with proper form, setup, and execution.
This plate movement primarily targets waist, including abdominals, obliques.
How to Perform Russian Twist (Weighted)
- 1
Sit on an exercise mat and hold a weight plate with both hands in front of your chest.
- 2
Lean back slightly and raise your feet off the floor, keeping your knees bent.
- 3
Engage your abs and take a breath.
- 4
Rotate your torso to one side, bringing the plate toward the floor beside your hip and exhale.
- 5
Immediately rotate to the other side and breathe in.
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Alternate sides for the desired number of repetitions.
Training Guidelines
The targets below are general guidelines. Adjust volume and intensity based on your experience, recovery, and goals. If you track effort, aim for most working sets around RPE 7–9.
| Goal | Sets | Reps | Rest |
|---|---|---|---|
| Strength | 3-5 | 4-6 | 2-3 min |
| Muscle Growth | 3-4 | 8-12 | 60-90 sec |
| Endurance | 2-3 | 15-20 | 30-60 sec |
| Beginner | 2-3 | 10-15 | 60-90 sec |
Want to pair movements efficiently? Try grouping them as supersets.