Quadruped One-Side Waist Stretch
This stretch gently lengthens the side of the waist from a quadruped position with one leg extended straight back, helping relieve tension and stiffness concentrated on one side of the lower back.
- Category
- General
- Target areas
- Lower back · Hip
- Duration
- 44s
- Difficulty
- Easy
Caution
- Stop if you feel sharp lower back pain, leg numbness, or radiating pain.
- If you have been diagnosed with scoliosis or a lumbar disc condition, do not force your back to bend or hold the position for too long.
- Keep your pelvis from twisting excessively, and proceed slowly within a pain-free range.
Creator @bodyjoy_center
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