How to do the spinal twist stretch

Instructions for spinal twist:

Starting flat on your back, shift your hips to the right and bring your right leg over your left, placing your left hand on the outside of your right knee.

What does spinal twist help with?

Flexibility

What areas does spinal twist exercise?

Upper Back, Lower Back, Spine, IT Band, Glutes, Chest, Obliques

How is spinal twist performed?

Floor

When should you avoid spinal twist?

Vertigo, Dizziness, Pregnancy, Osteoporosis, Herniated Disc, Sciatica

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