The seated spinal stretch involves stabilising through your arms and legs to twist through the spine.

The exercise is great because:

It stretches the muscles in your core: it works into the upper and lower muscles of your body that are commonly stiff and sore.

It can ease digestion and cramps: by twisting through your centre, you can help ‘massage’ your digestive and reproductive organs to aid processes.

Improves spinal mobility: your spine is involved in pretty much every movement you make, so keeping it mobile is essential.

Move of the week: seated spinal twists that improve digestion and mobility