Thoracic Rotations

Floor-based rotational drill improving upper-back mobility for pressing and rotational movements

Difficulty

Beginner

Primary muscles

Back

Secondary muscles

Obliques

Equipment

None — bodyweight

Sides

One side at a time

How to do it

Start on all fours or in a side-lying position with one hand behind your head. Rotate your top elbow up toward the ceiling following it with your eyes, then reverse and thread it under your torso. Repeat for reps, then switch sides