XBox Stretch

Functional Back LineSpiral LineLumbar MobilityThoracic MobilityHip Flexibility
Written By David Song

XBOX STRETCH / CROSS BOX STRETCH

This is a full spine mobility exercise that targets the anterior oblique line and posterior oblique lines. Lie down on your side and imagine yourself in a square. Reach forwards with your top arm and backwards with your top leg to opposite corners of the square. Hold for 3-5 breaths and reverse the motion by reaching back with your arm and forwards with your leg to opposite corners. Hold for 3-5 breaths and repeat as necessary.

Structures Involved:

  • Lumbar Spine

  • Thoracic Spine

  • Internal and External Obliques

  • Latissimus Dorsi

  • Quadratus Lumborum

  • Iliopsoas

  • Multifidus

  • Glutes

  • Spiral Line (Fascia)

  • Functional Back Line (Fascia)

Related Conditions:

  • Non-specific Low Back Pain

  • Sacroiliac Joint Syndrome

  • Lumbar Facet Syndrome

  • Thoracolumbar Syndrome

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