Twisting and Softening the Chest

Listed by the publisher as “twisting – Page 2 – kinesophics”

The instructor guides students through side-lying movements to explore spinal rotation and rib cage mobility. Participants slide arms and knees forward, eventually reaching one arm toward the ceiling to investigate how the chest, shoulder blades, and pelvis coordinate during a deep twist.

Lying On SideLying On BackStandingTwistingSpinal TwistingRib Cage MobilityShoulder Blade CoordinationMotif: Rib Shoulder DifferentiationMotif: Seesaw BreathingEquipment: Cushion Or Folded BlanketFlexion/Extension: Extension LeaningRotation: DefiningSide bending: MinorCross-lateral: Moderate