How to do it
Pause for a one-count at the end of each hip rotation.
- 1
Sit on the floor with your legs crossed in a lotus or comfortable cross-legged position.
- 2
Place your hands on your knees for stability.
- 3
Engage your core and rotate your hips to one side, keeping your upper body still.
- 4
Rotate your hips back to the center and then to the other side.
- 5
Continue alternating the rotation for the desired number of repetitions.
Expert tip
Keep your spine straight and core engaged to prevent any unnecessary strain on your lower back.
Common mistakes
- ✕Twisting the upper body with the hips
- ✕Relying on momentum to swing around
- ✕Rocking the torso backward forcefully