Sitting Alternate Knee to Elbow Twist (male)

Sitting Alternate Knee to Elbow Twist demonstration gif

Instructions:

  • 1Sit on the floor with your knees bent and your feet flat
  • 2Lean slightly back without rounding your spine
  • 3Place your hands behind your head
  • 4Rotate your torso as you pull your right elbow toward your left knee
  • 5Return to the center and repeat this on the other side

Tips:

  • Tighten your abs as you twist
  • Exhale as you twist and inhale as you return to the center
  • Don't pull your head forward with your hands, this could strain your neck
  • Keep your spine straight and avoid rounding your back

Sitting Alternate Knee to Elbow Twist Muscles Worked

Arms

Back

Core

Legs