Hugging a Barrel Rotating Warm Up Stretch
Rotating hugging barrel stretch
BackBeginnerMobilityStretch
At a glance
| Muscles worked | Primary: Upper back and obliques |
|---|---|
| Muscle group | Back |
| Difficulty | Beginner |
| Type | Mobility · Stretch |
| Sets & reps | 3 sets × 10-12 each direction |
| Estimated calories burned | ~30 kcal |
| Equipment | None needed |
How to do it
- Step 1: Hug imaginary barrel
- Step 2: Rotate torso gently
- Step 3: Feel stretch across back
- Step 4: Return to center
- Step 5: Switch directions
Coaching tips
Benefits
Rotating hugging barrel stretch
Common mistakes
Over-twisting
Make it harder
Deeper rotation
Make it easier
Static version
Breathing
Deep exhales
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