Demo & instructions
Supine Spinal Twist
Also known as: Lying Spinal Twist, Reclined Knee-Over Twist
Instructions
A restful twist done lying on your back, with one knee drawn across your body while both shoulders stay heavy on the floor. The floor supports you, so the trunk and outer hip can lengthen without effort.
- Movement
- Stretch
- Type
- Isolation
- Level
- Beginner
- Typical range
- 20–60 sec
Setup
- 1Lie on your back with legs long and arms stretched out to the sides at shoulder height, palms up. A mat is optional.
- 2Bend your right knee and place the right foot on the floor.
Execution
- 1Guide your right knee across your body toward the floor on your left, letting your hips roll with it.
- 2Rest your left hand lightly on the outside of the knee without pushing it down.
- 3
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Training use
Strength
Muscle building
Endurance
Conditioning
