Seated Spine Twist
How to do it
Starting position
- Sit with your legs extended forward.
- Straighten your back and lengthen the crown of your head upward.
- Place one hand behind your hips.
Movement
- Place your opposite hand on the outside of your knee and twist your torso.
- Look back over your shoulder.
- Slowly return and do the other side.
Breathing
Inhale as you lengthen your spine and exhale as you twist a bit further.
Trainer tips
- Sit with your legs extended and keep your back straight
- Place your hands behind you and slowly twist your upper body
- Keep your pelvis facing straight ahead
Cautions
- If you have lower back pain, keep the twist small.
- Do not use momentum.
- Twisting with a rounded back
Exercise info
| Primary muscles |  Obliques |
|---|---|
| Secondary muscles | Abs · Lower back |
| Equipment |  Bodyweight |
| Movement pattern | Stretching |
| Recommended time | 20 sec–40 sec |
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