Beginner exercise
Easy Seated Twist
Also called Parivrtta Sukhasana, Seated Cross-Legged Twist
Technique
How to perform Easy Seated Twist
- Sit in a comfortable cross-legged position with support beneath the pelvis if needed.
- Place one hand behind you and the opposite hand lightly on a knee.
- Sit taller, then rotate your chest toward the rear hand without using the front hand to pull you deeper.
- Return to center, reverse the leg crossing if comfortable, and turn the other way.
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