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§ L · Exercises · AbsUpdated 2/2026

Standing Side Bend Stretch

This movement effectively stretches the sides of your torso and helps improve side-body mobility while standing without equipment.

Muscle group
Abs
Equipment
Bodyweight
Exercise type
Stretching
Technique
Basic technique

Muscles worked

§ 01 · Muscles
Primary muscle
Abs

How to perform

§ 02 · Steps
  1. 01

    Stand tall with your feet about hip-width apart and lightly brace your midsection.

  2. 02

    Reach both arms straight overhead and keep your hands together.

  3. 03

    Lean your torso and arms as one unit to one side, keeping your hips steady and both feet grounded.

  4. 04

    Return under control to the middle, then repeat to the other side.

  5. 05

    Continue alternating from side to side in a smooth rhythm for 8–12 reps per side.

How to get started at the gym

§ 03 · SisuLift

Standing Side Bend Stretch is ready to go in the SisuLift exercise library. The app builds you a program, suggests starting weights and shows this same animation during your workout at the gym.

  • ·A ready training program based on your goal
  • ·Starting weight suggestions and automatic progression
  • ·Set logging and rest timer at the gym
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Tips

§ 04 · Tips

Move only through a side bend without twisting your torso. Keep your arms long, your hips still, and the motion controlled throughout.

This movement effectively stretches the sides of your torso and helps improve side-body mobility while standing without equipment.

More exercises: Abs

§ 05 · Same muscles

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