How to do it
Drive through both feet equally to keep your base stable while bending.
- 1
Stand with feet shoulder-width apart.
- 2
Place one hand on your hip and extend the other arm overhead.
- 3
Gently bend to the side opposite of your raised arm, feeling a stretch on that side.
- 4
Return to the starting position and repeat on the other side.
- 5
Continue alternating sides for the desired number of repetitions.
Expert tip
Keep your movements controlled and avoid any jerky motions to prevent strain on your lower back.
Common mistakes
- ✕Leaning forward instead of purely sideways
- ✕Rotating the torso during the side bend
- ✕Shifting the hips laterally while bending