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MobilityHips, Hamstrings, Thoracic spine

A lunge with a rotation that opens the hips, hamstrings and upper back in one flow. A perfect warm-up.

How to do it

  • Step into a deep lunge, hands inside the front foot
  • Drop the elbow toward the instep
  • Rotate and reach to the ceiling
  • Straighten the front leg to stretch the hamstring

Watch out for

  • Rushing through the positions
  • Letting the back knee lock straight

Make it easier

Drop the back knee to the ground.

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