How to Do Standing Lateral Stretch

Standing Lateral Stretch is a core exercise using bodyweight, listed as beginner in the A90 Training Club catalogue.

Primary muscle

Core

Equipment

Bodyweight

Difficulty

Beginner

01 / Move with control

How to perform

How to do Standing Lateral Stretch

  1. 01Stand with feet together and reach both arms toward the ceiling, interlacing the fingers.
  2. 02Inhale to lengthen the spine and lean the torso toward the right side.
  3. 03Push the left hip out to the side while maintaining equal weight distribution across both feet.
  4. 04Hold the peak stretch for five breaths, focusing on expanding the ribcage on the left side.
  5. 05Return to the center and repeat the sequence on the opposite side.

Same guidance shown inside the A90 app

02 / Anatomy

Muscles worked by Standing Lateral Stretch

Primary Stabiliser Inactive

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Primary movers

  • Core Stabilises the spine and transfers force.

Stabilisers

  • Lower back Stabilises the spine during lifts and bends.
  • Forearms Grips and stabilises the wrist under load.

03 / A90 Coach

A90 Coach tip

If the pelvis shifts sideways, imagine squeezing a block between the thighs to keep the hips locked in the center.

Same coaching engine used inside the A90 app

05 / FAQ

Standing Lateral Stretch questions

What muscles does Standing Lateral Stretch work?

Standing Lateral Stretch is catalogued as a core exercise in A90 Training Club, with the core as its primary muscle group.

How do you do Standing Lateral Stretch correctly?

Stand with feet together and reach both arms toward the ceiling, interlacing the fingers. Inhale to lengthen the spine and lean the torso toward the right side. Push the left hip out to the side while maintaining equal weight distribution across both feet. Hold the peak stretch for five breaths, focusing on expanding the ribcage on the left side. Return to the center and repeat the sequence on the opposite side.

What is the A90 coach tip for Standing Lateral Stretch?

If the pelvis shifts sideways, imagine squeezing a block between the thighs to keep the hips locked in the center.

Is Standing Lateral Stretch suitable for beginners?

Standing Lateral Stretch is rated beginner in the A90 Training Club catalogue.

Do you need equipment for Standing Lateral Stretch?

No. Standing Lateral Stretch is listed as a bodyweight movement in the A90 catalogue, so you can train it with no kit.

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