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Windshield wipers

A gentle rotation that loosens stiff hips and low back, done lying down.

HipsObliquesLow backLevel 1 · beginnerNo equipment
Start here2 sets of 8 to 10 reps per sideSlow and controlled, pain-free range

Adds it to your 1% Club log.

Form cues

Three things to think about on every rep.

  1. Lie on your back, knees bent, feet flat and wider than your hips, arms out to the sides.
  2. Let both knees fall slowly to one side, then bring them through the middle to the other side.
  3. Keep your shoulders on the floor and move only as far as feels easy.

Common mistakes

If you see these, slow down and reset.

Make it fit you

Easier

Smaller range: let your knees lower only partway to each side.

Harder

Slower and fuller range, pausing for a breath at each side, still pain-free.

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