Seated Spinal Twist with Glute Emphasis
Sit tall with one leg extended out in front of you and the other knee bent. Rotate your upper body toward the bent knee and gently press your elbow against it to deepen the twist, then switch sides.
How to do the Seated Spinal Twist with Glute Emphasis
- Sit tall with one leg extended out in front of you and the other knee bent. Rotate your upper body toward the bent knee and gently press your elbow against it to deepen the twist.
- Then switch sides.
What it targets
Primary muscle groups: Glutes, Lower Back, Hips.
Commonly included in conservative-care programs for: Piriformis Syndrome, Sciatica, Lower Back Pain.
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