About this exercise
A seated rotational core exercise that trains the obliques and abdominals through side-to-side trunk rotation against an external load. Keeping the feet elevated increases the demand on the core and hip flexors.
Weighted Russian Twist (feet anchored)
Step by step instructions, muscle activation and variants for the Weighted Russian Twist (feet anchored).
MediumObliques
How to Perform
- Sit on the floor with your knees bent and your feet flat or slightly raised off the ground
- Hold a weight plate with both hands at chest height
- Lean back until your torso is at roughly a 45-degree angle to the floor
- Rotate your torso to one side, moving the weight toward the floor beside your hip
- Pause briefly, then rotate to the other side in a controlled manner
- Keep your core braced and your lower back from rounding throughout
- Continue alternating sides for the desired number of repetitions
Muscle Activation
Primary
Obliques
Secondary
AbsCore
About the Weighted Russian Twist (feet anchored)
The Weighted Russian Twist (feet anchored) is a foundational movement that builds strength and muscle through controlled, progressive overload. Train it 1 to 2 times per week with 3 to 5 working sets per session, gradually adding weight or reps as form holds up.
