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Supine Twist

Gentle spinal twist for mobility and digestion

Mobility & StretchingBeginnerMobilityTwist

At a glance

Muscles workedPrimary: Spine and obliques
Muscle groupMobility & Stretching
DifficultyBeginner
TypeMobility · Twist
Sets & reps3 sets × 30-60 seconds each side
Estimated calories burned~35 kcal
EquipmentNone needed

How to do it

  1. Step 1: Lie on back with knees bent
  2. Step 2: Drop both knees to one side
  3. Step 3: Extend opposite arm out
  4. Step 4: Look toward the extended arm
  5. Step 5: Switch sides

Coaching tips

Benefits

Gentle spinal twist for mobility and digestion

Common mistakes

Forcing the twist or lifting shoulders

Make it harder

Extend top arm overhead

Make it easier

Knees together

Breathing

Exhale twisting deeper

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