Thoracic Rotation

Primary muscles
Upper back
Secondary muscles
Forearms
Equipment
Body weight
Movement pattern
None

Steps

  1. 1 Begin in a quadruped position with your knees directly under your hips and one hand flat on the floor under your shoulder.
  2. 2 Place your other hand behind your head, keeping your elbow pointed towards the floor.
  3. 3 Rotate your upper torso and lift the elbow of the hand behind your head towards the ceiling, opening your chest.
  4. 4 Slowly return to the starting position with your elbow pointing towards the floor.
  5. 5 Complete your repetitions on one side, then switch to the other side.

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