Side Bend Stretch
Lateral stretch for side body
Mobility & StretchingBeginnerMobilityStretch
At a glance
| Muscles worked | Primary: Obliques and lats |
|---|---|
| Muscle group | Mobility & Stretching |
| Difficulty | Beginner |
| Type | Mobility · Stretch |
| Sets & reps | 3 sets × 20-30 seconds each side |
| Estimated calories burned | ~25 kcal |
How to do it
- Step 1: Stand feet wide
- Step 2: Reach one arm overhead
- Step 3: Bend laterally
- Step 4: Keep hips stable
- Step 5: Switch sides
Equipment
- None (bodyweight) optional
Coaching tips
Benefits
Lateral stretch for side body
Common mistakes
Leaning forward
Make it harder
Reach further overhead
Make it easier
Smaller bend
Breathing
Deep steady breathing
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