How to do it
Press the outside hand firmly against the forward knee to guide the rotation.
- 1
Stand with your feet shoulder-width apart.
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Step one foot forward and bend both knees to lower into a lunge.
- 3
Place your opposite hand on the outside of your forward knee.
- 4
Twist your torso towards the forward leg while keeping your hips square.
- 5
Hold the stretch for 15-30 seconds, then return to the starting position.
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Repeat on the other side.
Expert tip
Keep your movements slow and controlled to prevent any strain on your lower back, and ensure you're feeling the stretch in your glutes.
Common mistakes
- ✕Hips rotating open during the torso twist
- ✕Front knee caving inward during the lunge
- ✕Rounding the lower back during the twist