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Dumbbell Straight Leg Russian Twist
4 steps Updated 29/08/2026
Dumbbell Straight Leg Russian Twist is a free weights exercise targeting Core Muscles (Rectus Abdominis, Obliques) using Dumbbells.
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How to perform it
- Sit on the floor with your legs extended straight just off the floor, and hold a dumbbell with both hands close to your chest. Lean back slightly to engage your core, keeping your back straight.
- Rotate your torso to the right, moving the dumbbell towards the floor beside your right hip while keeping your legs extended just off the floor.
- Rotate your torso back to the center, bringing the dumbbell back to center.
- Continue rotating your torso to the left, moving the dumbbell towards the floor beside your left hip. Return to the center. Repeat for the desired number of repetitions, alternating sides.
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Last updated: 29/08/2026
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