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90/90 Hip Rotation

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How to

The technique.

  1. 01

    Sit on the floor with one leg bent in front of you at a 90-degree angle (shin parallel to torso).

  2. 02

    Bend the other leg to your side at a 90-degree angle (shin perpendicular to torso).

  3. 03

    Keep your torso upright and gently rotate your hips, lowering both knees towards the floor.

  4. 04

    Switch the lead leg, rotating your hips to bring the opposite knee forward.

  5. 05

    Perform slowly and with control, focusing on internal and external hip rotation.

Common mistakes

What goes wrong.

  • ×Leaning too far back, reducing hip engagement.
  • ×Rushing the movement, not allowing for full range of motion.
  • ×Not keeping the torso upright, compensating with spinal rotation.
  • ×Forcing the stretch, risking discomfort or injury.
  • ×Holding breath, reducing relaxation.
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