Assisted Side Bend
A partner holds both hands and draws the raised arm over as the hips shift away; the whole far side lengthens in a held arc.
How to do it
Setup
Feet together, side-on to a partner; the far arm arched overhead into the partner's hand, the near hand held at waist height.
Steps
- The partner draws the top hand over while bracing the lower one.
- Let the hips drift away until the far side stretches, and hold.
- Come back to upright together, then switch sides.
Common mistakes
Partner yanking the arm: pull slowly and stop at your word. Chest turning to the floor: face forward so the side takes the stretch. Feet sliding apart: keep them together; the hips make the arc.
Breathing
Slow and even through the hold.
