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How to do Dumbbell Russian twist

Dumbbell Russian twist works the Obliques with dumbbells. Key cue: “Hold the dumbbell at your chest and twist side to side from your chest”

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Steps

  1. Sit on the floor with knees bent and lean back
  2. Hold a dumbbell with both hands in front of your chest
  3. Twist your chest side to side, bringing the dumbbell toward each hip

How many: 8–12 reps per side

Muscles worked

Obliques

Common mistakes

Easier or harder

EasierDo it without the dumbbell
HarderLift your feet

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