Trunk Rotation
The trunk rotation [2] doesn’t just work on the muscles of the lower back. This stretch exercises the muscles of your pelvis, your abdomen and your abdomen. It can also help you be more flexible.
This exercise is done by holding the knees together near your chest and swaying them from side to side. To perform the trunk rotation, follow these steps:
- Lie down flat with your back pressed to the floor or a mat.
- Pull your knees towards your chest until your posture resembles that of a person sitting in a chair.
- Stretch your arms out to your sides and press your palms to the floor.
- Gently move your knees, still held together, to your left side. Keep your palms pressed to the floor.
- Hold this position for about 20 seconds. Don’t rush this.
- Go back to your original position.
- Repeat this exercise. This time, on your right side for the same amount of time.
- Repeat the exercise five times on both sides.