Equipmentbody weight
Difficultybeginner
latsback
Standing Lateral Stretch
The standing lateral stretch is a bodyweight exercise that targets the lats and stretches the sides of the torso. It also engages the shoulders and obliques. This movement is performed by standing with feet shoulder-width apart, extending the arms, and leaning to each side to stretch the lateral muscles.
Step-by-Step Form & Technique
- 1.Stand with your feet shoulder-width apart and your knees slightly bent.
- 2.Extend your arms straight out to the sides, parallel to the ground.
- 3.Slowly lean your upper body to one side, feeling a stretch in your side and lats.
- 4.Hold the stretch for 15-30 seconds.
- 5.Return to the starting position and repeat on the other side.
- 6.Repeat for the desired number of repetitions.
Secondary Muscles
shouldersobliques
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