Spine Lateral Flexion Passive Stretch
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Yoga Techniques and Fitness
Overview
In this lesson, we present passive stretching techniques for spine lateral flexion.
Objective
Gain understanding of how to safely increase lateral flexion range using gravity and external support.
What You'll Get
What You'll Get: You'll use body weight, props, or your arm to gently lengthen the side body, creating more ease in side-bending movements. This is a simple, accessible way to address tightness that might be affecting your posture or breathing. For teachers and therapists, passive lateral flexion stretches are easy to teach and modify, making them useful for clients with desk jobs, asymmetrical activities, or anyone who needs more balanced spinal mobility.
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