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Stretching
Standing Lateral Stretch
beginner·static
Muscles Worked
How to Perform
1
Take a slightly wider than hip distance stance with your knees slightly bent.
2
Place your right hand on your right hip to support the spine.
3
Raise your left arm in a vertical line and place your left hand behind your head. Keep it there as you incline your torso to the right.
4
Keep your weight evenly distributed between both legs (don't lean into your left hip). Switch sides.
Alternatives to Standing Lateral Stretch
Same muscles, different equipment or difficulty
