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Seated Oblique Stretch

Sit tall, raise one arm overhead and lean that arm away from your body while placing the other hand on your thigh, feeling the stretch along your oblique and side body. Alternate sides.

30s each sideIntermediateSeatedNo equipment

How to do the Seated Oblique Stretch

  1. Sit tall.
  2. Raise one arm overhead and lean that arm away from your body while placing the other hand on your thigh.
  3. Feeling the stretch along your oblique and side body. Alternate sides.

What it targets

Primary muscle groups: Core, Lower Back.

Commonly included in conservative-care programs for: Lower Back Pain.

Body Fix walks you through the Seated Oblique Stretch with a guided timer, demo video, and progressions. Free on iOS.

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This page is for educational purposes and is not a substitute for medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment. See peer-reviewed sources for these recommendations, and always consult a qualified healthcare provider for new, severe, or persistent symptoms.