1/2 Kneeling Thoracic Rotation

Half kneeling position with hands together

Level
Beginner
Movement
Thoracic rotation · Half-kneeling
Tracks
Duration

Works

  • Back
  • Obliques
  • Shoulders

How to do it

  1. Assume a half kneeling position with one knee on the floor.
  2. Place both hands together directly in front of your chest.
  3. Rotate your torso to one side while keeping hips stable.
  4. Open the arm on that side back as far as comfortable, following your hand with your eyes.
  5. Exhale during the rotation and inhale returning to center.
  6. Complete all reps on one side before switching legs.

Common mistakes

  • Twisting from the hips or lower back instead of the upper back.

Details

Base movement
Thoracic rotation
Legs
One
Body position
Half-kneeling
Stretch type
Dynamic (moved through the range)

Variations

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