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"supine twist" is a term used in yoga and exercise that refers to a twisting movement while lying on your back.
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If you're in a lot of pain and need to keep it simple, stick to child's pose and
easy supine twists.»
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reclining supine twist helps alleviate bloating and gas, improve circulation and ease neck and back tension.
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While supine twists can certainly be classified as restorative, practicing spinal rotation from a prone position is arguably the most calming for our nervous systems.
You can indulge in
a supine twist on a padded floor, or you can practice whatever feels right for as little or as long as you like.
Stretch and strengthen your abs at the same time with
a Supine Twist.
Watch the video: How to Do a Supine Twist
This hovering variation of
the supine twist brings attention to the side - waist muscles, particularly the obliques and the quadratus lumborum.
I also don't care if your feet are hip distance apart in forward fold or if you gaze opposite your legs is
supine twist.
Supine Twist: Lie on the back relaxed.
End with
a supine twist and a long Savasana (Corpse Pose).
Instructor insight: Known as a detoxing position in the yogi world,
this supine twist elongates and wrings out the back muscles and is said to help with digestion.
Repeat
the supine twist on the left.
Or you can do
a supine twist lying on the ground, if you have a clean, safe place to do so.