Back · Hips

Seated Twist

  • 20 seconds each side
  • Seated or kneeling on the floor
  • No equipment

Twists the spine and stretches the outer hip.

Illustration of the seated twist: sit with one leg straight and cross the other foot over it
Seated Twist, as shown in the Stretch Minute app

How to do it

  1. Sit with one leg straight and cross the other foot over it.
  2. Turn toward the bent knee and hold.
  3. Hold for 20 seconds on each side, then switch, breathing slowly.

At a glance

Hold20 seconds on each side (3 seconds to switch)
PositionSeated or kneeling on the floor
Body areaBack, Hips
EquipmentNone
What it doesTwists the spine and stretches the outer hip.

In these routines

Stretch gently and stop if anything hurts. Stretch Minute is not medical advice. If you are injured, pregnant or have a medical condition, check with a doctor first.