How to do it
Hold both knees close together to stabilize the lower body.
- 1
Sit on the floor with your knees bent and feet flat.
- 2
Lean back slightly to create a V-shape with your torso and thighs.
- 3
Place your hands on your chest.
- 4
Twist your torso to the right, then to the left, engaging your obliques with each twist.
- 5
Continue alternating sides for the desired number of repetitions.
Expert tip
Keep your movements controlled and deliberate, and avoid using momentum to twist from side to side.
Common mistakes
- ✕Rounding the lower back during the twist
- ✕Lifting the feet off the floor
- ✕Rotating the arms instead of the torso