How to do it
Anchor both knees toward the floor to stabilize the rotation.
- 1
Sit on the floor with your legs crossed.
- 2
Place your right hand on your left knee and your left hand behind you for support.
- 3
Gently rotate your torso to the left, keeping your spine straight.
- 4
Hold the stretch for 15-30 seconds, then switch sides and repeat.
Expert tip
Keep your spine long and avoid slumping to ensure a deep and effective stretch through your lats and obliques.
Common mistakes
- ✕Forcing the rotation past comfortable range
- ✕Lifting one sitting bone off the floor
- ✕Craning the neck to deepen the rotation