Standing Lateral Stretch

Standing Lateral Stretch is a beginner-level exercise in the stretching category that primarily works the abs.

How to do it

1. 1Take a slightly wider than hip distance stance with your knees slightly bent.
2. 2Place your right hand on your right hip to support the spine.
3. 3Raise your left arm in a vertical line and place your left hand behind your head. Keep it there as you incline your torso to the right.
4. 4Keep your weight evenly distributed between both legs (don't lean into your left hip). Switch sides.

Muscles worked

Primary muscles in filled badges, secondary in grey. Tap for more exercises per muscle.

Tips and common mistakes

• •Hold each position for 20–40 seconds without bouncing, and breathe calmly.
• •Prioritize full range of motion over heavy weight with partial reps.

Sets and reps

2–3 sets, holding each position 20–40 seconds. Great as a cool-down or mobility session.