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Standing Lateral Stretch

Stretching · No equipment · Beginner
Standing Lateral Stretch, starting positionStanding Lateral Stretch, end position

How to do it

  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.

Works

Abdominals

When to stop

Stop and rest if you feel chest pain or pressure, are more short of breath than you'd expect, feel dizzy or faint, or have sudden pain. If chest pain or faintness doesn't pass when you rest, call 911.

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