T-Spine Opener (Half-Kneel Rotation) primarily works the thoracic spine. It is categorized as a mobility movement and uses Exercise mat.
- Primary muscles
- thoracic spine
- Equipment
- Exercise mat
- Movement pattern
- mobility
- Catalog difficulty
- 1 of 5
How to do T-Spine Opener (Half-Kneel Rotation)
- Rotate from the mid-back, hips still
- Follow your hand with your eyes
Common mistakes
- Rotating from the low back
Muscles worked
The primary catalog target is thoracic spine. Exercise feel varies with setup, range of motion, and individual anatomy.
Easier and harder options
Easier option: Cat-Cow
Related exercises and substitutions
A useful substitute should preserve the job this movement has in the session—not merely train a nearby body part. Explore the related Movviva guides below, then compare pattern, target muscles, available equipment, and difficulty.
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