Sitting Sumo Twist Stretch
Sitting deep in a wide sumo squat, one hand presses inside the knee and the other arm reaches straight up as the chest turns open; held, then the other side.
How to do it
Setup
Deep wide squat, toes turned out, heels down, hands together in front of the chest.
Steps
- Place one hand inside the same-side knee and press it out.
- Reach the other arm straight up and turn the chest toward it.
- Hold and breathe, then bring the hands together and switch sides.
Common mistakes
Heels lifting in the deep squat: widen the stance or sit a little higher. Rounding the back: lift the chest before turning. Knee caving in under the hand: press it out over the toes.
Breathing
Slow and even through the hold.
