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Lying Spinal Twist

Lie supine, guide one knee across body, and keep both shoulders heavy.

Muscles

Primary
obliques
Supporting
erector spinae, glutes

Mechanics

Pattern
spinal rotation
Equipment
bodyweight
Geometry
Variable Range
Energy model
Aerobic Stability (>90s)
Target feel
Obliques and low back unwind without forcing the knee down.
Progression
Add long exhales into the ribs.
Regression
Put a pillow under the knee.

Watch for

  • Yanking the knee
  • Letting shoulder float

Substitutions

  • Thread the Needle
  • 90/90 hip stretch
  • Lower Back Roll
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