Side Lat Stretch
Side-on to a wall, reach the far arm overhead to it and push the hips away; the side from hip to hand arcs and lengthens.
How to do it
Setup
Standing side-on to a wall, feet together a short step from it, the far arm reaching over the head to the wall.
Steps
- Press the hand into the wall above the head.
- Push the hips away from the wall until the side stretches.
- Hold and breathe, then turn round and switch sides.
Common mistakes
Chest turning to the wall: keep it facing forward so the side stays long. Hand creeping down the wall: keep it high above the head. Hips shooting out fast: shift them slowly to a firm stretch.
Breathing
Slow and even through the hold.
