How to Do
How to Do Side Trunk Stretch on Ball
Healthy exercisers who have good CORE strength and balance, but have tightness in the muscles lining the sides of the torso may perform this flexibility exercise.
Keep the tummy pulled in throughout this movement. Do not allow the hips to roll forwards or backward and keep the back straight. If any pain or discomfort is experienced, discontinue this exercise.
Beginning
With a stability ball positioned on your left side, kneel on the floor. Drape your left arm over the top of the stability ball and lean into it to hug it. The ball should fit snugly below the armpit.
Movement
1. To begin, extend the right leg in front of you, lift the hips off the ground and extend the left leg behind you. The legs should be in a scissor formation. Extend the right arm overhead. Reach over to the left side keeping the arm close to the ear. Hold this position for 20-30 seconds. Switch sides and repeat the movement. Perform 2-3 times on each side.
Benefits
Trunk Traction-Prone on Stability Ball is a beginner stretch that increases flexibility and range of motion for side-bending.
Exercise Aliases
Exercises with stability ball.
