How to perform Kneeling Rotary Torso (Machine)

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Kneeling Rotary Torso (Machine)

Also known as: Kneeling Rotary Torso (Machine).

A torso rotation on a machine with a rotating knee support.

How to perform this exercise

Kneel on the machine padded knee/shin cradle, hips over knees, chest against fixed upper pad and both hands on fixed handles. Lower assembly begins at a small comfortable selected rotation angle.
Keep shoulders and chest still against support while rotating pelvis and knee cradle through controlled small range against resistance. Return to selected start; configure opposite side separately.

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