Mobility · 3 breaths per side
Seated Side Stretch
Reach one arm up and over to lengthen the side of the body.
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How to do it
- 1Sit tall and rest your left hand on the seat beside your hip.
- 2Breathe in as you reach your right arm up.
- 3Breathe out as you gently lean over to the left.
- 4Hold for a few breaths, then come back up and switch sides.
Repeat for 3 breaths per side, breathing slowly. Move only as far as feels comfortable.
Why it helps
Lengthens the sides of the body and helps you breathe more fully.
Make it easier
Keep the raised hand on the shoulder or the head, and lean only a little.
Skip it or ask your doctor first if you have
- Recent shoulder surgery
- Recent back surgery
Part of: Morning Stretch, Back & Spine Ease, Full-Body Flow
Follow Side Stretch on video
In the ZenFit app, every movement is shown on video and each rep and breath is counted for you. Gentle seated sessions, 3 to 15 minutes.
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