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Improves mobility and warms up the lats

BackBeginnerMobilityStretch

At a glance

Muscles workedPrimary: Lats. Secondary: Shoulders, abs, lower back
Muscle groupBack
DifficultyBeginner
TypeMobility · Stretch
Sets & reps2 sets × 10-12 reps
Estimated calories burned~20 kcal

How to do it

  1. Step 1: Set up in a tall, stable position
  2. Step 2: Move smoothly through a comfortable range, feeling the lats work
  3. Step 3: Keep the movement slow and controlled
  4. Step 4: Breathe steadily throughout
  5. Step 5: Repeat for the target reps, then switch sides if needed

Equipment

Coaching tips

Benefits

Improves mobility and warms up the lats

Common mistakes

Bouncing or forcing the stretch past mild tension

Make it harder

Add a few reps or slow the tempo

Make it easier

Use a smaller range of motion

Breathing

Steady breathing, exhale on the stretch

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