Rotating Stomach Stretch

Rotating Stomach Stretch

Description

The rotating stomach stretch is an exercise that involves lying on your back and rotating your legs to one side while keeping your upper body stable. This exercise helps to stretch and strengthen the abdominal muscles, as well as improve flexibility in the hips and lower back.

Muscle Group

Equipment Required

Rotating Stomach Stretch Instructions

  1. Start by lying on your back with your arms extended out to the sides.
  2. Bend your knees and bring them up towards your chest.
  3. Slowly lower your legs to the right side of your body, keeping your shoulders flat on the ground.
  4. Hold this position for 10-15 seconds, feeling the stretch in your stomach and lower back.
  5. Slowly bring your legs back to the center and repeat on the left side.
  6. Continue alternating sides for 10-15 repetitions.

Rotating Stomach Stretch Form & Visual

Rotating Stomach Stretch

Rotating Stomach Stretch Benefits

  • Improves flexibility and range of motion in the spine and hips
  • Stretches the abdominal muscles and obliques
  • Relieves tension and tightness in the lower back
  • Can help alleviate digestive issues and constipation
  • May improve posture and balance

Rotating Stomach Stretch Muscles Worked

  • Rectus abdominis
  • Obliques
  • Erector spinae
  • Quadratus lumborum

Rotating Stomach Stretch Variations & Alternatives

  • Standing Rotating Stomach Stretch
  • Seated Rotating Stomach Stretch
  • Supine Rotating Stomach Stretch
  • Prone Rotating Stomach Stretch
  • Modified Rotating Stomach Stretch with Knee Bend
  • Partner Rotating Stomach Stretch