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Seated Spinal Twist

Stretch & Flex UK · 0:20

In this practice

Key teachings

  • Spinal mobility and flexibility
  • Mindful alignment in seated postures
  • Releasing tension in the back and torso

Ideal for

  • Beginners to yoga
  • Individuals seeking spinal mobility
  • Those needing a gentle stretch
  • All levels

Lesson

Instructions

Posture set-up;

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Steps

  • Seated spinal twist (Marichyasana or Ardha Matsyendrasana variation)
  • Spinal lengthening
  • Controlled twisting action

Benefits

  • Improves spinal flexibility and range of motion
  • Aids digestion and detoxification
  • Relieves back stiffness and tension
  • Enhances posture
  • Calms the nervous system

Transcript

i'm going to take our one leg we're going to cross that over the other leg we're going to take our opposite arm take that around hug the knee in use the other arm to take that around i'm going to lengthen up through the spine a nice long spine and a lovely twist

Practice summary

Level
beginner
Duration
2 minutes
Equipment
yoga mat
Target areas
SpineObliquesHipsShoulders
Energy
balancing

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