Standing Upper Body Rotation Exercise Guide
Exercise Profile
- Target
- Obliques
- Equipment
- Body weight
- Body Part
- Waist
- Primary Muscle
- Obliques
- Secondary Muscles
- Rectus Abdominis
- Intensity
- low
- Category
- stretching
- Skill Level
- beginner
- Estimated Calories
- 2.5
- Alternate Names
- Upper Body Twist
How to: Standing Upper Body Rotation
- Stand upright with your feet shoulder-width apart.
- Place your hands on your hips or extend them out for balance.
- Slowly twist your upper body to the right while keeping your hips facing forward.
- Hold the position for a few seconds, then return to the center.
- Repeat on the left side and continue alternating.
Common Mistakes
- Over-rotating and straining the lower back.
- Not engaging the core muscles.
- Rounding the shoulders while rotating.
Modifications
- Reduce the range of motion if it causes discomfort.
- Perform the stretch seated on a chair if standing is uncomfortable.
Tips
- Engage your core throughout the stretch.
- Avoid excessive twisting; keep the movement controlled.
- Maintain a straight posture while rotating.
Standing Upper Body Rotation Alternatives
Tags
waist
obliques
stretching
mobility
core
lower body