LOWER BACK
Seated Twist
A seated rotational stretch that opens up the obliques, spine, and glutes. Crossing one leg over and turning into it lengthens the muscles that handle twisting motions. It's a good way to loosen a stiff trunk and restore rotational range after training.
How to do it
- 1
Sit on the floor with both legs stretched out in front of you and your toes pointing up.
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Bend one knee and plant that foot flat on the outside of the opposite knee.
- 3
Keeping your spine long, rotate your upper body toward the bent leg.
- 4
Brace the opposite elbow against the raised knee and press gently to increase the twist.
- 5
Post your other hand on the floor behind you and turn your head to look over your shoulder.
- 6
Hold, breathing into the stretch, then switch sides and repeat.
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