Back exercise
Foam Roller Lat Rotation
Lat and upper back mobility with trunk rotation, lying on your side over a roller.
- Primary muscleBack
- Also worksUpper back
- EquipmentOther
- LevelBeginner
- Back
- Upper back
- Other
How to do the Foam Roller Lat Rotation
4 steps, in the order you do them.
- Lie on your side with the roller under your armpit, your knees bent and your bottom forearm resting on the floor.
- Stretch your top arm overhead.
- Rotate your torso back, opening your top arm, with your hips stacked and still.
- Return to the center and repeat 8 to 10 times; then switch sides.
Muscles worked
Alternatives to the Foam Roller Lat Rotation
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Frequently asked questions
What muscles does the Foam Roller Lat Rotation work?
The Foam Roller Lat Rotation works mainly the back. It also works the upper back.