Low side bend
May 12th, 2023 8:22 AM Mr. Q Categories: Stretching
Talk to your doctor. Caution and common sense should be used...as these are my experiences, and my unique situations. They may work for you or they may not. You may have different results. Please read our disclaimer.
Type:
StretchEquipment:
N/AThe Low Side Bend stretch is a yoga pose that targets the obliques, hip flexors, and hamstrings, and helps improve flexibility in the spine and hips.
Proper Form:
- Start in a standing position with your feet hip-width apart.
- Extend your right arm over your head and reach towards the left side, keeping your left arm at your side.
- Lengthen through your spine and reach your fingertips as far as you can towards the left.
- Hold for 20-30 seconds and then switch sides.
How to Reduce Difficulty: If you have tight hamstrings, you can bend your knees slightly to make the stretch easier. You can also keep your hand on your hip instead of reaching towards the side.
How to Increase Difficulty: To deepen the stretch, you can hold onto a weight or a yoga block with your top hand.
Reps: Beginner: 2-3 reps on each side Intermediate: 3-4 reps on each side Advanced: 4-5 reps on each side
Estimated Time: 1-2 minutes
Body Group:
Abs (Core)Muscle Group(s):
Abdominals, Hamstring, Side AbsMuscles used:
Primary:
ObliquesSecondary:
Intercostal MusclesTertiary:
Hip Flexors, HamstringsDifficulty:
IntermediateTalk to your doctor. Caution and common sense should be used...as these are my experiences, and my unique situations. They may work for you or they may not. You may have different results. Please read our disclaimer.