Standing Lateral Stretch
Step by step
How to perform
- Raise your right arm over your head and lean your torso to your left side, keeping your hips and legs stationary.
- Hold this position for about 10-30 seconds, feeling the stretch along the right side of your body.
- Return to the initial position and repeat the same movement with your left arm, leaning to your right side.
- Repeat this exercise for the desired number of repetitions, alternating sides.
Overview
About this exercise
The Standing Lateral Stretch is a simple yet effective exercise that helps improve flexibility and posture, primarily targeting the obliques, back, and shoulder muscles. It's an ideal exercise for individuals of all fitness levels, including office workers, athletes, and seniors, as it helps alleviate tension and stiffness caused by prolonged sitting or intense workouts. People would want to perform this exercise to enhance their side-to-side movements, improve overall body alignment, and promote better breathing, contributing to their general well-being and performance.
Coaching cues
Form tips
Avoid any quick or jerky movements. These can lead to muscle strain or injury. Instead, focus on slow, controlled movements. Breathe in as you stand straight and breathe out as you lean to the side.
To get the most out of the exercise, ensure that you are stretching your body completely. Reach your hand over your head and lean to the side until you feel a stretch along the side of your body. However, do not overstretch as it can cause injury.
A common mistake is leaning forward or backward while performing the stretch. This can strain the back and does not effectively stretch
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