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Exercise ball lying side lat stretch

The exercise ball lying side lat stretch is a flexibility exercise targeting the latissimus dorsi. Lying on your side over a stability ball, you extend your top arm overhead to stretch the lats. This exercise helps improve flexibility and range of motion in the upper body.

How to perform: Exercise ball lying side lat stretch

At a glance

Area
Back
Main muscle
Lats
Equipment
Stability ball
Level
Beginner

Form tips

  • Ensure the stability ball is properly inflated.
  • Keep your core engaged to maintain balance.
  • Breathe deeply and relax into the stretch.

What to watch out for

  • shoulder injuries
  • lower back pain
  • recent surgery in the upper body

Also known as

Stretch laterale con fitball, lat stretch with stability ball, fitball lat stretch

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