Twist Sit up

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Exercise overview

Training details

Abs Obliques

Equipment

Bodyweight

Sets × reps

3 × 12 / side

Rest

1 min

How to perform it

Step-by-step instructions

01Lie on your back with your knees bent and feet flat on the ground.
02Place your hands behind your head for support.
03Engage your core and lift your upper body off the ground while twisting to one side.
04Lower back down and repeat the twist to the opposite side.
05Alternate sides for the prescribed repetitions.

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