Straight Leg Russian Twist (Dumbbell)

Also known as: Straight Leg Russian Twist (Dumbbell).

A Russian twist with a dumbbell and straight legs held off the floor.

How to perform this exercise

1. Sit balanced on the pelvis, torso leaning slightly back, both straight or softly unlocked legs raised together. Hold one dumbbell securely with both hands near the abdomen.
2. Rotate ribcage and dumbbell together a small controlled distance side to side while pelvis and legs remain steady. Return through center; do not jerk the lower back.