How to Do a Side Back Stretch

Back pain and injuries are common. Sometimes people injure their backs in accidents or from spraining muscles. Usually, when the back isn't limber or flexible, it becomes even more vulnerable to injuries, even while doing simple or routine tasks like lifting or moving heavy objects. The best way to reduce or prevent back injuries is through routine exercise. But not everyone has the time to do a vigorous workout. Here is a quick stretching exercise that will help loosen your back and keep your body limber and flexible. Try this stretch routine every day for the maximum results.

Things You'll Need

  • Mat
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Instructions

    • 1

      Place a mat down on the floor. Make sure there is enough room to stretch and flex. This stretch will especially require that you have enough room to spread your arms and legs.

    • 2

      Lie down on your back on the mat.

    • 3

      Bring your right leg up to your chest while bending your left knee. Hold this position for five seconds, breathing naturally.

    • 4

      Let your right leg go, but keep it lifted and bent. Now stretch out your arms, keeping them level to your shoulders.

    • 5

      Turn your entire body to the left, while keeping your shoulders flat to the ground. Your body should twist leftward from the lower back on down. Your right leg should now be facing the left and touching the floor, while your left leg should be flat on the mat, still bent at the knee.

    • 6

      Hold this position for 30 seconds. Now repeat with the other leg, this time facing the right.