How to do the Exercise Ball Lying Side Lat Stretch
Exercise Ball Lying Side Lat Stretch is a beginner multi-joint compound pulling exercise targeting the Lats in the Back region. Performed using stability ball, it falls under the flexibility category. Secondary muscles engaged include Shoulders and Triceps.
Exercise Ball Lying Side Lat Stretch demonstration · © GymiaFit
Exercise Ball Lying Side Lat Stretch at a glance
- Primary muscles
- Lats
- Secondary muscles
- Shoulders, Triceps
- Equipment
- Stability Ball
- Level
- Beginner
- Type
- Compound (multi-joint)
- Force
- Pull
Exercise Ball Lying Side Lat Stretch step by step
- 1Lie on your side with your legs extended and your head supported by the stability ball.
- 2Place your top arm on the ball for stability.
- 3Reach your top arm overhead and allow your torso to rotate slightly.
- 4Feel the stretch in your lat muscles on the side of your body.
- 5Hold the stretch for 20-30 seconds, then switch sides and repeat.
Exercise Ball Lying Side Lat Stretch — questions
What muscles does the Exercise Ball Lying Side Lat Stretch work?
The Exercise Ball Lying Side Lat Stretch primarily targets the Lats. It also recruits the Shoulders, Triceps as secondary movers.
What equipment do I need for the Exercise Ball Lying Side Lat Stretch?
You need stability ball. If your gym does not have it, the alternatives listed further down train the same muscles with different kit.
Is the Exercise Ball Lying Side Lat Stretch suitable for beginners?
Yes. It is classed as a beginner movement: the pattern is simple enough to learn in a session and easy to scale by adjusting range of motion or load.
What can I do instead of the Exercise Ball Lying Side Lat Stretch?
Exercise Ball Alternating Arm Ups, Exercise Ball Lat Stretch, Exercise Ball Lower Back Stretch (pyramid) train the same muscles and make good substitutes when the equipment is taken or the movement does not suit you.
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