Angela Thompson Fitness & Nutrition: Medicine Ball Russian Twist

Saturday, April 11, 2009

Medicine Ball Russian Twist

I just learned a new exercise to incorporate into my workout regimen. It's the Russian Twist and it targets the obliques.

Start out by lying flat on a stability ball (supine) with your shoulders and upper back fully supported. Place your feet hip-width apart and lift your hips in line with your knees and shoulders. Hold a medicine ball or a light weight with arms straight over your mid-chest.

Twist your shoulders and upper torso to one side, keeping your arms straight and your eyes focused on the medicine ball. Allow the exercise ball to roll underneath you and your hips to tilt slightly as you twist. When your arms come parallel to the floor, slowly roll back to the starting position. Continue, alternating sides.

My plan is to incorporate this exercise into my workout by doing 3 sets of 12-15 reps to each side.

~Originally published in Oxygen Magazine Volume 12, Issue 6~

Enjoy!
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Saturday, April 11, 2009

Medicine Ball Russian Twist

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