Russian Twists |
Preparation
Select a weight load, dumbbell, kettlebell, medicine ball, weight plate can be used.
Lie on a mat with your legs bent at the knees.
Elevate your body so it creates a v shape with your thighs, your arms should be fully extended in front of you.
Movement
Twist your torso to the right side until your arms are parallel to the floor.
Hold the contraction for one second and move back to starting position.
Repeat the same movement on the left side.
Weighted Sit-Up Press |
Preparation
Lie flat on a mat with legs bent and dumbbells in a press position.
Movement
Elevate your body and press the dumbbells so you arms are fully extended in front of you.
Hold contraction for one second, then return to starting position, repeat.
Cable Wood Chops - Low To High |
Preparation
Grab a low cable with both hands and get into a wide stance.
Drop down to one side and lock your arms.
Drop down to one side and lock your arms.
Movement
Take your arm out in front of you and move up, rotating your stretching leg and pivoting around to the other side of your body.
Return to starting position.
Return to starting position.
Reverse Lunge Twist |
Preparation
Grasp dumbbell and stand with feet shoulder width apart, your arms outstretched in front.
Keep your core stable and weight on your heels.
Movement
Take a large step back with your right foot, lowering your body until both legs are bent in right angles.
Twist your torso to the left and over your left leg.
Bring your torso back to centre as you extend your legs. Bring feet together.
Repeat with left leg and twist to the right.
All exercises should be repeated for recommended amount of repetitions.
All exercises should be repeated for recommended amount of repetitions.