lying on side bodyweight lat stretch and contract
Improves mobility for back
Mobility & StretchingBeginnerMobilityStretch
At a glance
| Muscles worked | Primary: back. Secondary: biceps, rear delts |
|---|---|
| Muscle group | Mobility & Stretching |
| Difficulty | Beginner |
| Type | Mobility · Stretch |
| Sets & reps | 2 sets × 20-40 seconds |
| Estimated calories burned | ~15 kcal |
How to do it
- Step 1: Setup for lying on side bodyweight lat stretch and contract.
- Step 2: Engage core and set posture.
- Step 3: Perform the movement with control.
- Step 4: Squeeze at the peak.
- Step 5: Return slowly and repeat.
Equipment
- None (bodyweight)
Coaching tips
Benefits
Improves mobility for back
Common mistakes
Forcing range or holding breath
Make it harder
Increase load or slow tempo
Make it easier
Reduce load or range of motion
Breathing
Slow deep breathing
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