Which of the following is a 2-step Barrel exercise for spinal rotation?

• A. Side Stretch
• B. Oblique Roll Down
• C. Swan Dive
• D. Short Box Abdominals

Answer: (B)

Focusing on rotation in two distinct movement moments on the Barrel. Oblique Roll Down fits this pattern because it uses the Barrel to guide a controlled twist of the spine in two clear steps: you begin with a rounded spine on the Barrel, then roll down and back up with the torso turning to the side, using the obliques to control the rotation and maintain stability throughout the movement. This emphasizes spinal rotation performed in a two-part sequence, unlike the other options.

Side Stretch mainly creates lateral flexion without a two-step rotation; Swan Dive centers on back extension and opening the chest rather than rotating the spine on the Barrel; Short Box Abdominals focuses on abdominal control in a different setup, not a two-step Barrel rotation.