Lower Back Twist

Technique

Place yourself on the ball with arms by your head. Keep both feet in the ground, contract the muscles in lower back and slowly raise your upper body. Continue the movement by making at twist, bring one elbow back and up. Come to the middle and repeat on the other side to complete one repetition.

Tips

Keep abs tight the entire exercise by pulling belly toward spine, to support your back.

Alternatives

Place your heels up against a wall for more support.

More info

Works mainly muscles in lower back and around spine.

Video

Caroline Nilsson is your personal trainer showing you how to do Lower Back Twist.

This exercise is 1 of 50 exercises that are included in the app Poworkout Ball & Band.