Rotating Stomach Stretch
Improve core flexibility with the Rotating Stomach Stretch! Gently twist & lengthen your obliques for a stronger, more flexible midsection.
The Rotating Stomach Stretch mainly works the core, with help from the chest. No equipment needed: it uses just your bodyweight.
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Rotating Stomach Stretch Muscles Worked
Primary
Obliques; Abdominals (rectus abdominis)
Secondary
Deep Core (transverse abdominis); Upper Chest (pectoralis major, clavicular head)
Rotating Stomach Stretch Variations and Alternatives
How to do the Rotating Stomach Stretch
Start in a standard push-up position with your hands placed shoulder-width apart and your body forming a straight line from head to heels.
Keeping your hands fixed in place, rotate your body to one side by pivoting on your toes and bringing one leg over the other.
As you rotate, extend the top leg and touch the floor with your toes while also lifting the opposite arm to reach upwards, creating a 'T' shape with your body.
Turn your head towards the raised arm and hold the stretch for 5-10 seconds, feeling a stretch in your obliques and abdominal muscles.
Return to the starting push-up position and repeat the stretch on the other side.
Aim to perform the stretch smoothly and in control, avoiding any fast or jerky movements.
Perform this stretch for the desired number of repetitions or time on each side.
The images provided show the visual progression of this exercise. It's key to maintain controlled breathing throughout the stretch and to only rotate as far as comfortable without any pain.
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Rotating Stomach Stretch FAQs
What muscles does the Rotating Stomach Stretch work?
The Rotating Stomach Stretch mainly works the core, with help from the chest. The main muscles are the obliques and rectus abdominis.
What equipment do you need for the Rotating Stomach Stretch?
None. The Rotating Stomach Stretch is a bodyweight exercise, so you can do it anywhere.
What are some Rotating Stomach Stretch variations and alternatives?
Similar exercises include the Abdominal Stretch, Side Ab Cobra Stretch, Kneeling Back Rotation Stretch and Push & Rotate.
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