29/05/2026
The Hidden Benefit of Lateral Stretching 🧘♀️💪
Most of our daily movements happen moving forward or backward.
Because......
we rarely move sideways, deep tension gets locked into our side body, ribs, and lower back.
Anatomical Value:
- Decompresses the spine by stretching the deep lower back muscles (Quadratus Lumborum).
-Opens up the intercostal muscles between the ribs.
-Strengthens the core and stabilizes the pelvis.
Physiological Value:
-Expands lung capacity for deeper, more efficient breathing.
- Stimulates abdominal organs to support healthy digestion.
- Calms the nervous system through conscious diaphragmatic breath.
Save this reel for your next practice, and comment below if your side body feels tighter on the left or the right! 👇