Thoracic Rotation

General And Specifics

• this lower back exercise is also an ideal stretching exercise

Starting Position

• go on all fours
• place one hand at the temple
• the elbow points outwards, not down
• hold the back straight and avoid a hollow-back
• look down

Correct Execution

• at first, rotate the upper body down until the elbow touches the other arm
• your head follows the motion
• then invert the motion and guide your upper body up as high as possible
• the other hand always holds up your body
• your chest points to the side then, your elbow to the ceiling
• repeat several times on one side
• afterwards, switch the arms and do the same number of repetitions