Side Half Kneeling Stretch

Setup

• Begin in a half-kneeling position on a mat, with one knee down and the other foot placed flat on the floor to the side, legs extended straight outward.

Movement

• Keep your torso upright and engage your core for stability.

• Place the hand of the arm corresponding to the bent knee onto your hip or thigh if needed for balance.

• Inhale as you reach your opposite arm straight up toward the ceiling.

• Exhale as you slowly lean your torso toward the straight leg, actively reaching the raised arm overhead to create a deep stretch along the side of your torso.

• Hold the position for the desired duration while maintaining deep, controlled breathing.

Form Tips

• Keep your chest open and avoid collapsing forward into the stretch.

• Ensure your hips stay facing forward throughout the movement to maximize the stretch in the oblique muscles.