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Cross arms in front of chest. Slowly turn to right as far as you can. Hold. Rotate other way as far as you can. Hold. Return to start. <\/p>\n

Trunk Rotations Pilates Exercise FAQs<\/strong><\/h2>\n
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What are the teaching directions for Pilates Trunk Rotations?<\/h3>\n

Stand tall. Take a big step forward with the right foot. Shift weight onto the right leg. Raise arms overhead. Interlace fingers. Lift left leg. Gaze at a point on the floor. Repeat on the other side.<\/p>\n

What are the main benefits of Pilates Trunk Rotations?<\/h3>\n

Strengthens legs, shoulders, and back. Tones abs. Balance.<\/p>\n

What are some modifications for Pilates Trunk Rotations?<\/h3>\n

Arms out to sides.<\/p>\n

Arms behind you.<\/p>\n

Upper Back Stretch<\/a>.<\/p>\n

Alligator Pilates exercise<\/a>.<\/p>\n

Piriformis Stretch<\/a>.<\/p>\n

Spine Twist Stretch<\/a>.<\/p>\n

Standing Pilates Breath<\/a>.<\/p>\n

Standing Swim exercise<\/a>.<\/p>\n

Standing Back Extension exercise<\/a>.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

Cross arms in front of chest. Slowly turn to right as far as you can. Hold. Rotate other way as far as you can. Hold. Return to start. Trunk Rotations Pilates Exercise FAQs What are the teaching directions for Pilates Trunk Rotations? Stand tall. Take a big step forward with the right foot. 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