Exercise Ball Lat Stretch Exercise Guide
Exercise Profile
- Target
- Latissimus Dorsi
- Equipment
- Stability ball
- Body Part
- Back
- Primary Muscle
- Latissimus Dorsi
- Secondary Muscles
- Teres Minor, Teres Major
- Intensity
- low
- Category
- stretching
- Skill Level
- beginner
- Estimated Calories
- 2
- Alternate Names
- Latissimus Dorsi Stretch on Exercise Ball
How to: Exercise Ball Lat Stretch
- Sit on the stability ball with your feet flat on the ground.
- Lean to one side, extending your arm overhead towards the opposite side.
- Hold the stretch for 15-30 seconds, feeling the stretch in your side.
- Return to the starting position and repeat on the other side.
Common Mistakes
- Overstretching which can cause muscle strain.
- Not holding the position long enough to feel the stretch.
Modifications
- Perform the stretch seated on the floor if the stability ball is unstable.
Tips
- Keep your movements slow and controlled to avoid injury.
- Focus on feeling the stretch in your side and back.
Exercise Ball Lat Stretch Alternatives
Tags
back
stretch
latissimus dorsi
stability ball
flexibility
beginner