Glute-Ham Developer Sit-Up and Russian Twist
The glute-ham developer sit-up with a Russian twist at the bottom: lean back to level, turn each way there, then sit up.
How to do it
Setup
Glute-ham developer, feet locked, legs straight, arms folded across the chest, torso upright.
Steps
- Lower the torso back to level and hold it there.
- Turn the shoulders to one side, then to the other, without sinking.
- Face up again and sit up to vertical.
Common mistakes
Twisting below level: the turns happen with the torso flat, never lower. Turning only the arms: the ribs and shoulders turn. Sitting up while still turned: square the shoulders first, then rise.
Breathing
Inhale leaning back, exhale on each twist and the sit-up.
