Seated Spinal Twist

Difficulty

Beginner

Position

Floor

Type

Static stretching, Yoga

Sides

Both sides

Hold time

60 s per set in our routines

How to do the Seated Spinal Twist

1. Sit with legs extended, then cross one foot over the opposite thigh and plant it on the floor.
2. Lengthen through your spine and place the opposite elbow outside the lifted knee while the other hand grounds behind you.
3. Twist your torso and turn your gaze over the back shoulder as you breathe deeply.

Tips

• Grow tall through the crown of your head before deepening the twist.

Adjustments

• Keep the bottom leg extended or bend it underneath you based on comfort.
• Hug the knee with your arm instead of using the elbow for a gentler variation.

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