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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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