Standing Low Body Rotation Exercise Guide
Exercise Profile
- Target
- Erector Spinae
- Equipment
- Body weight
- Body Part
- Hips
- Primary Muscle
- Erector Spinae
- Secondary Muscles
- Gluteus Medius
- Intensity
- low
- Category
- stretching
- Skill Level
- beginner
- Estimated Calories
- 2.5
- Alternate Names
- Standing Body Twist
How to: Standing Low Body Rotation
- Stand with your feet hip-width apart and arms extended at shoulder height.
- Rotate your upper body to the right while keeping your lower body stable.
- Hold the stretch for a few seconds, feeling the stretch in your hips and lower back.
- Return to the center and repeat on the left side.
- Continue alternating sides for the desired number of repetitions.
Common Mistakes
- Over-rotating which can strain the back.
- Not engaging the core, leading to premature fatigue.
- Holding breath instead of maintaining a rhythmic breathing pattern.
Modifications
- Perform the rotation while seated for added stability.
- Limit the range of motion if mobility is restricted.
Tips
- Keep your core engaged throughout the rotation.
- Make the movements slow and controlled to maximize stretching.
- Breath deeply to enhance relaxation.
Standing Low Body Rotation Alternatives
Tags
flexibility
stretching
hips
low back
core
beginner