Standing Lateral Stretch (female)

Standing Lateral Stretch demonstration gif

Instructions:

  • 1Stand straight with your feet hip-width apart
  • 2Extend one arm straight over your head
  • 3Lean your torso to the opposite side to feel a stretch in your latissimus dorsi
  • 4Hold the stretch for 15-30 seconds
  • 5Return to the starting position and repeat the stretch with the other side

Tips:

  • Keep your spine as straight as possible during the stretch
  • Maintain a steady breathing pattern
  • Never force a stretch, go only as far as comfortable
  • Remember to do the stretch on both sides to maintain balance

Standing Lateral Stretch Muscles Worked

Arms

Back

Core

Legs