# Standing Lateral Stretch - Forge Exercise Library

## Quick Answer

The standing lateral stretch is a bodyweight exercise that targets the lats and stretches the sides of the torso. It also engages the shoulders and obliques. This movement is performed by standing with feet shoulder-width apart, extending the arms, and leaning to each side to stretch the lateral muscles.

**Details:**
- **Body Part:** Back
- **Equipment:** Body Weight
- **Target Muscle:** Lats
- **Secondary Muscles:** Shoulders, Obliques
- **Difficulty:** Beginner
- **Category:** Stretching

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## How to Perform Standing Lateral Stretch

1. Stand with your feet shoulder-width apart and your knees slightly bent.
2. Extend your arms straight out to the sides, parallel to the ground.
3. Slowly lean your upper body to one side, feeling a stretch in your side and lats.
4. Hold the stretch for 15-30 seconds.
5. Return to the starting position and repeat on the other side.
6. Repeat for the desired number of repetitions.

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