How to Do Side Stretch
A beginner-friendly lateral flexibility exercise that primarily targets the obliques and muscles along the sides of the torso while improving spinal mobility, enhancing posture, and reducing tension in the lower back.
Exercise Details
Level
Beginner
Primary Skill
Flexibility
Required Equipment
Yoga MatMuscles
Primary
Full Body
Correct Form
1. Stand upright with your feet together and your hands interlaced over head.
2. Stretch up and bend your body to the left, then to the right.
3. Keep your arms straight and reach up before bending to the side.
4. Return to the center, then stretch to the other side.
2. Stretch up and bend your body to the left, then to the right.
3. Keep your arms straight and reach up before bending to the side.
4. Return to the center, then stretch to the other side.
Common Mistakes
Don't let your other side collapse while you stretch; elongate both sides at the same time.
Pro Tips
1. Keep both feet firmly planted for a stable base.
2. Focus on lengthening, not on bending.
2. Focus on lengthening, not on bending.
