Sumo Hip Twist Stretch (female)

Sumo Hip Twist Stretch demonstration gif

Instructions:

  • 1Start by standing with your feet wider than shoulder width apart and toes slightly turned out
  • 2Lower yourself into a deep squat
  • 3Place your hands together in front of you and push your knees out with your elbows
  • 4Gently twist your upper body to one side, trying to bring one elbow towards the ground
  • 5Switch sides and repeat

Tips:

  • Keep your core engaged throughout the exercise to enhance stability
  • Use your elbows to push your knees out, increasing the stretch
  • Ensure to maintain a deep squat throughout the exercise
  • Control your breath, exhale as you twist and inhale as you come back to the center

Sumo Hip Twist Stretch Muscles Worked

Arms

Back

Core

Legs