Sitting Lotus Pose Twist (female)

Sitting Lotus Pose Twist demonstration gif

Instructions:

  • 1Start by sitting in the Lotus position
  • 2Keep your back straight and place your right hand on your left knee
  • 3Twist your waist, shoulders, and neck towards the left
  • 4Hold the position for a few seconds before releasing and repeating on the other side
  • 5Continue to alternate between the two sides for several minutes

Tips:

  • Keep breathing consistently throughout the exercise
  • Do not over-stretch, instead work within your comfort limits
  • If you can't reach your knee, just place your hand as far up your leg as you can comfortably reach
  • To deepen the twist, try to turn your eye gaze to look over your shoulder

Sitting Lotus Pose Twist Muscles Worked

Arms

Back

Core

Legs