How to do it
Press both feet evenly into the floor to anchor the stretch.
- 1
Stand straight with your feet shoulder-width apart.
- 2
Raise one arm overhead and reach towards the opposite side.
- 3
Bend your torso to the side, keeping your arm close to your ear.
- 4
Hold the stretch for a few seconds, then return to the starting position.
- 5
Repeat on the other side.
Expert tip
Keep your hips square and avoid leaning forward or backward to isolate the stretch on the side of your torso.
Common mistakes
- ✕Bending the raised arm at the elbow
- ✕Letting the arm drift away from the ear
- ✕Rotating the torso during the side bend