Seated Twist
Step by step
How to perform
- Bend your right knee and place your right foot on the outside of your left knee, keeping your left leg straight.
- Place your right hand on the floor behind you for support, and slowly twist your torso to the right, placing your left elbow on the outside of your right knee.
- Hold this position for around 20 to 30 seconds, focusing on keeping your spine straight and feeling the stretch in your back and hips.
- Slowly return to the starting position and repeat on the other side.
Overview
About this exercise
The Seated Twist is a beneficial exercise that primarily targets the muscles in your back, abs, and hips, helping to improve flexibility, posture, and digestion. It is suitable for everyone, from fitness enthusiasts to office workers, as it can be performed without any equipment and helps to relieve tension from prolonged sitting. People would want to do this exercise not only for its physical benefits but also for its potential to reduce stress and enhance mental well-being.
Coaching cues
Form tips
Do not rush the twisting motion. It's a common mistake to twist too quickly or too far, which can strain your back. Instead, twist your torso slowly and gradually to the side, ensuring your movement is controlled and measured.
Breathing is a crucial part of the seated twist. Inhale as you sit up tall, and exhale as you twist. This technique can help deepen the twist and make the exercise more effective. Not using your breath properly can make the exercise less effective and potentially cause strain.
Another common mistake is lifting one buttock off the floor while twisting.
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