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Exercise Ball Exercises - Trunk Side Stretch

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Starting Position
  • These exercise ball exercises require you to sit on the exercise ball with a neutral lumbar posture. (How to Sit)
  • Chest should be up, shoulder blades down and back, and head back over your shoulders.
  • Keep your feet flat on the ground shoulder width or slightly further apart.
  • Roll the ball to the left, bending your left knee and reaching your left hand to the ceiling.
Action
  • Hold this position.
Stretches
  • Latissimus dorsi, trunk side flexors.
Physio Tips
  • It is normal to feel a stretch but you should not feel pain. Do not do this stretch if you experience pain. Consult a physical therapist.


3ballsHold this stretch 20 to 30 seconds and repeat 3 times.
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