Hands-on-Hips Torso Twist

Technique

How to perform Hands-on-Hips Torso Twist

1. Stand upright with your feet about shoulder-width apart and place your hands on your hips.
2. Keep the feet planted and turn your rib cage gradually to one side relative to the pelvis.
3. Stop at a gentle trunk stretch without pulling with the arms, bending forward or forcing the turn.
4. Hold the position with relaxed breathing.
5. Return to the center under control, then turn to the other side and repeat.

Programming relevance

Muscles involved