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Seated torso rotation holding a dumbbell that targets obliques and rectus abdominis to build rotational core strength and stability; commonly scaled by elevating feet or adding weight.
Dumbbells
2/5 • Beginner
Obliques, Abs
Lower Back
7
No
No
No
Small
Low
External Obliques, Internal Obliques
Rectus Abdominis
Transverse Abdominis
Erector Spinae
10-20 reps
30-60 seconds
Sit on the floor with knees bent and feet flat. Hold a dumbbell with both hands at chest level and lean torso back to form a V with thighs.
Inhale as you return to center; exhale during each twist while bracing core.
2-0-2
Rotate torso until dumbbell nears hip level on each side; maintain 45-degree torso lean without rounding spine.
No spotting required; perform in open space with mat for comfort.
Weighted Russian Twist, DB Oblique Twist
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Bodyweight
Obliques
Kettlebell
Obliques
Single Cable Machine
Obliques
Medicine Ball
Obliques
Single Cable Machine
Obliques
Stability Ball
Obliques
Balance Trainer
Obliques
Single Cable Machine
Obliques
Dumbbells, Decline Bench
Abs
Dumbbells
Abs


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