Middle BackBeginner

Middle Back Stretch

Stretching movement using No Equipment.

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Muscle guide

See the primary and supporting muscles.

The stronger highlight marks the main muscle associated with this movement. The lighter highlight marks supporting muscles.

Primary Middle BackSupporting Abdominals, Lats, Lower Back

Movement instructions

1
Stand so your feet are shoulder width apart and your hands are on your hips.
2
Twist at your waist until you feel a stretch. Hold for 10 to 15 seconds, then twist to the other side.

Technique guidance

Breathe slowly and evenly. Exhale as you ease into a comfortable range, and never use the breath to force a deeper position.

Use only a comfortable range; a stretch may feel like tension but should not feel sharp or joint-specific.
Come out of the position slowly and use support when balance is limited.

General guidance matched from movement type and equipment; it is not individualized coaching or medical advice.

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