Standing Abs Rotation Stretch
Description
The standing abs rotation stretch is a dynamic mobility move for the obliques and thoracic spine. The lifter stands with feet wide and rotates the torso side to side, letting the arms swing freely. It is a useful warm-up move.
Equipment Required
Standing Abs Rotation Stretch Instructions
- Stand tall with feet wider than shoulder width.
- Brace your core lightly and keep the chest tall.
- Set the arms relaxed at the sides.
- Begin rotating the torso to one side.
- Let the arms swing freely with the rotation.
- Allow the back hip to release as the torso turns.
- Rotate back through center to the other side.
- Continue alternating rotations with smooth flow.
Standing Abs Rotation Stretch Form & Visual
Standing Abs Rotation Stretch Benefits
- Trains spinal rotation
- Stretches the obliques
- Useful warm-up move
- No equipment needed
- Builds rotational mobility
- Strong dynamic stretch
Standing Abs Rotation Stretch Muscles Worked
- Obliques
- Spinal erectors
- Latissimus dorsi
Standing Abs Rotation Stretch Variations & Alternatives
- Trunk Twist
- Standing Twist
- Wood Chop
- Russian Twist
