Equipmentroller
Difficultybeginner
latsback
Roller Side Lat Stretch
The roller side lat stretch is a flexibility exercise targeting the latissimus dorsi, using a roller to assist in deepening the stretch. It also engages the shoulders and triceps as secondary muscles. This movement is performed by hinging at the hips and rolling the roller forward to stretch the lats.
Step-by-Step Form & Technique
- 1.Stand with your feet shoulder-width apart and hold the roller with both hands in front of your body.
- 2.Bend your knees slightly and hinge forward at the hips, keeping your back straight.
- 3.Extend your arms forward and roll the roller down towards your feet, feeling a stretch in your lats.
- 4.Hold the stretch for a few seconds, then slowly roll the roller back up to the starting position.
- 5.Repeat for the desired number of repetitions.
Secondary Muscles
shoulderstriceps
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