30s each side hold · chair
One hand on the seat. Reach the other up and over.
- Sit tall with both feet flat and hold the side of the seat with one hand.
- Reach the other arm straight up.
- Lean up and over toward the hand on the seat, keeping both hips heavy on the chair.
- Stop where the whole side of your body feels long, and breathe there.
Where you feel itSide of the ribsSide of the waist
Tips: Reach long rather than far. The stretch comes from length, not from how far you tip. Keep your chest facing forward, not turned toward the floor.
Easier: Rest the reaching hand on the back of your head instead of reaching up. Keep the bend small.
