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Standing Lateral Stretch

Stand slightly wider than hip width with knees soft. One hand on the hip, raise the other arm overhead behind your head and incline the torso sideways.

Difficulty: Beginner
Type: Stretching
Mechanic: —
Force direction: Static
Muscles: 1

Form sequence

01 · stance
Take a slightly wider than hip distance stance with your knees slightly bent.
02 · support
Place your right hand on your right hip to support the spine.
03 · side bend · Key step
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.
04 · weight balance
Keep your weight evenly distributed between both legs (don't lean into your left hip). Switch sides.

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