Seated twist
Also called chair twist, desk twist
- Works
- Middle of the back and spine · thoracic spine and its muscles
- Sides of the trunk · internal and external obliques
- Needs
- No equipment
Setup
Sit tall on a chair with your feet flat.
Steps
- Turn your chest to one side.
- Hold the back of the chair or the side of the seat.
- Sit taller as you turn a little further.
- Hold for the time you chose, then change sides.
Breathing
Breathe slowly. Let each breath out take you a little further, without forcing it.
Where you feel it
A turning stretch along your back.
Common mistakes
- Pulling hard with the arms.
- Slumping as you turn.
When to stop
Stop if you feel sharp pain, pain in a joint, dizziness or numbness.