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Dancer’s Twist!

This is a great one to do in the morning, right after you wake up, or in the evening just before you go to bed.

**One of the easiest ways we know to ruin your spine in a hurry is to twist while slouching, a.k.a. spinal flexion.

Unfortunately, that describes almost every normally accepted yoga twist.

Though twisting while slouching is akin to poison, twisting through extension is like eating your veggies.

Try it out. Be sweet. Pay attention. Inhale. Let us know if you have any questions.

Things to note:

If you feel any twinges in your knees or back, back off and try again. See if you can change the direction by reaching a little longer through that straight arm before you rotate. Be mindful of keeping the front of your shoulder off the floor.

Bon appétit!

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