Cobra Side Ab Stretch (female)

Cobra Side Ab Stretch demonstration gif

Instructions:

  • 1Lie flat on your stomach with your palms under your shoulders
  • 2Press into your palms and lift your chest and abdomen off the floor, stretching your abs
  • 3Turn your head and upper body to one side, feeling a stretch in the obliques and side abs
  • 4Return to center and lower your body back to the floor
  • 5Repeat on other side

Tips:

  • Do not force the stretch, aim for a gentle pull
  • Remember to keep your breathing steady and relaxed
  • Focus on pulling the abdominals in to protect the lower back
  • The stretch should be felt in the obliques, deltoids, glutes, and hamstrings

Cobra Side Ab Stretch Muscles Worked

Arms

Back

Core

Legs