The Cable Russian Twists (On Stability Ball) exercise is a challenging core exercise that targets the obliques, lower back, and abdominal muscles. It involves twisting from side to side while balancing on a stability ball, with the resistance provided by a cable machine.

Muscle Groups:
Waist

Muscles:
Abs


How to perform

Here are step-by-step instructions for performing Cable Russian Twists (On Stability Ball):

1. Start by sitting on a stability ball and walk your feet forward until your lower back is supported by the ball. Your knees should be bent at a 90-degree angle and your feet should be hip-width apart.

2. Grab a cable handle attached to a low pulley machine or cable machine with both hands and lift it to chest height. Keep your arms straight throughout the exercise.

3. Engage your core muscles to stabilize your body on the stability ball.

4. Slowly rotate your torso to the right, keeping your arms straight and parallel to the floor. Exhale as you twist.

5. Hold the twist at the end range of motion for a moment, then slowly rotate back to the center.

6. Repeat the twist to the left side, again holding at the end range of motion before returning to the center.

7. Continue alternating twists from side to side for the desired number of repetitions.

8. To increase the intensity of the exercise, you can increase the weight on the cable machine or hold a medicine ball or weight plate in your hands.

9. Remember to keep your core engaged and your movements controlled throughout the exercise to avoid straining your lower back.

10. Aim to perform 2-3 sets of 10-12 repetitions on each side. As you become stronger, you can increase the number of sets or repetitions.

Equipment required

Cable
Cable equipment consists of adjustable pulleys attached to weight stacks that allow for resistance training. This equipment is commonly used for strength training exercises that target various muscle groups in the body, such as chest, back, arms, and legs. Cable equipment provides a versatile and functional way to perform exercises that mimic real-life movements, improving muscle endurance, stability, and coordination.