Anterior Trunk Chain Stretching
Stretches for the front of the body: abs, chest and hip flexors.
How to play
- Gentle cobra: face down, forearms on the floor, lift the chest.
- Chest: hand on the wall, turn the body away.
- Hip flexor: lunge with the back knee on the floor.
- Slow breathing in each pose.
Rules
- No pain.
- Relaxed neck.
Variations
Easier
Gentle versions.
Standard
Full sequence.
Harder
Hold longer.
Adaptations
- Lower-back problems: cobra on the forearms.
- Limited mobility: seated.
Learning goals
- Improve flexibility.
- Counteract slouched posture.
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