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standing lateral stretch
standing lateral stretch is a common strength training exercise. Below are form tips, steps, and demos.
Steps
Step 1
Stand with your feet shoulder-width apart and your knees slightly bent.
Step 2
Extend your arms straight out to the sides, parallel to the ground.
Step 3
Slowly lean your upper body to one side, feeling a stretch in your side and lats.
Step 4
Hold the stretch for 15-30 seconds.
Step 5
Return to the starting position and repeat on the other side.
Muscles & body parts
Primary muscles
lats
Secondary muscles
shouldersobliques
Primary body parts
back
Common mistakes & warnings
Form & control
Avoid momentum and excessive swing; keep core stable; match breath to movement; control the eccentric phase.
Control breathing and core; keep a steady tempo.
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