Standing Lat Stretch

Stand with feet shoulder-width apart, reach one arm overhead and lean to the opposite side, feeling the stretch from your hip all the way up through the lat and shoulder. Alternate sides.

30s each sideBeginnerStandingNo equipment

How to do the Standing Lat Stretch

  1. Stand with feet shoulder-width apart.
  2. Reach one arm overhead and lean to the opposite side.
  3. Feeling the stretch from your hip all the way up through the lat and shoulder. Alternate sides.

What it targets

Primary muscle groups: Upper Back, Shoulders, Core.

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

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

Download Body Fix

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.