How to do it
Balance your weight evenly between the front and back foot.
- 1
Stand with your feet together, holding a stick horizontally at chest level with both hands.
- 2
Step forward into a lunge position with one leg, keeping the stick in front of you.
- 3
Twist your torso towards the side of the front leg, holding the stick firmly to engage your abs.
- 4
Hold the twist for a few seconds, then return to the center and step back to the starting position.
- 5
Repeat on the opposite side and continue alternating for the desired number of repetitions.
Expert tip
Keep your front knee aligned with your ankle and your back leg straight to ensure proper form and maximize the stretch in your hip flexors and torso.
Common mistakes
- ✕Twisting the torso toward the back leg side
- ✕Dropping the stick below chest level
- ✕Rising onto the toes of the back foot