Standing Back Rotation Stretch

Standing Back Rotation Stretch

Description

This exercise involves standing with feet shoulder-width apart and rotating the torso to stretch the back muscles. It can help improve flexibility and reduce tension in the back.

Muscle Group

Equipment Required

Standing Back Rotation Stretch Instructions

  1. Stand with your feet shoulder-width apart and your arms at your sides.
  2. Slowly rotate your torso to the right, keeping your hips facing forward.
  3. Place your right hand on your left shoulder and your left hand on your lower back.
  4. Hold the stretch for 10-15 seconds, feeling the stretch in your back and shoulders.
  5. Slowly return to the starting position and repeat on the other side.
  6. Complete 2-3 sets of 10-15 repetitions on each side.

Standing Back Rotation Stretch Form & Visual

Standing Back Rotation Stretch

Standing Back Rotation Stretch Benefits

  • Improves flexibility and range of motion in the spine
  • Relieves tension and stiffness in the back muscles
  • Stretches the chest and shoulders
  • Helps to improve posture
  • May alleviate lower back pain

Standing Back Rotation Stretch Muscles Worked

  • Obliques
  • Erector Spinae
  • Quadratus Lumborum

Standing Back Rotation Stretch Variations & Alternatives

  • Seated Back Rotation Stretch
  • Supine Spinal Twist
  • Standing Side Bend
  • Standing Forward Bend with Twist
  • Seated Spinal Twist