How to do it
Exhale as you sweep your top arm down beneath your torso.
- 1
Begin in a side plank position with your forearm on the padded stool and feet stacked.
- 2
Extend your free arm towards the ceiling.
- 3
Rotate your torso towards the floor, bringing your extended arm under your body.
- 4
Reverse the motion, opening your chest and returning your arm towards the ceiling.
- 5
Perform the desired number of repetitions before switching sides.
Expert tip
Keep your body in a straight line from head to heels and engage your obliques during the rotation. Control the rotation and avoid letting your hips sag.
Common mistakes
- ✕Placing the elbow ahead of the shoulder
- ✕Unstacking the feet during the rotation
- ✕Staring up at the ceiling during each sweep