Standing Side to Side Teapot Warmup Stretch
Side-bending “teapot” pattern that mobilizes the lateral chain and warms up the core.
Core & AbsBeginnerMobilityStretch
At a glance
| Muscles worked | Primary: obliques & lats. Secondary: core |
|---|---|
| Muscle group | Core & Abs |
| Difficulty | Beginner |
| Type | Mobility · Stretch |
| Sets & reps | 30 seconds |
| Estimated calories burned | ~12 kcal |
| Equipment | None needed |
How to do it
- Stand tall with feet shoulder-width apart.
- Reach one arm overhead and side-bend toward the opposite side (teapot shape).
- Return to center and alternate sides.
- Keep the movement controlled and smooth.
- Continue for the desired duration.
Coaching tips
Benefits
Side-bending “teapot” pattern that mobilizes the lateral chain and warms up the core.
Common mistakes
Avoid leaning forward or backward; keep the movement purely lateral.
Make it harder
Increase the side-bend range.
Make it easier
Reduce the depth of the bend.
Breathing
Exhale as you side-bend, inhale as you return to center.
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