World's greatest stretch
General guidance. This page has not been reviewed by a qualified professional yet.
World's greatest stretch. Gently rotate your chest toward the front leg and raise that arm. Return and switch sides.
How to do this exercise: World's greatest stretchSetup · movement · load
- Set your position
Take a long lunge with hands beside the front foot; the rear knee may rest on the mat.
- Make the movement
Gently rotate your chest toward the front leg and raise that arm. Return and switch sides.
- Breathe and control the pace
Breathe steadily, move slowly and seek only a gentle stretch. Do not bounce during holds; switch sides for one-sided exercises.
Do not force lower-back rotation or stretch into groin pain.
Kilograms are not the main measure here. Track time, distance or repetitions as planned; choose resistance and range you can control.
For your first use, ask staff to show you the machine settings and safety release. Stop for sharp pain. This basic guide is awaiting professional review.
- Type
- Mobility
- Difficulty
- Beginner
- Sides
- Alternating sides
- How load is measured
- No external load
Main muscles
Hip flexors, Glutes
Supporting muscles
Hamstrings, Upper back
Equipment
Load values are only comparable on the same exercise and equipment.
How to do it
- Take a long lunge with hands beside the front foot; the rear knee may rest on the mat.
- Gently rotate your chest toward the front leg and raise that arm. Return and switch sides.
Common mistakes
- Do not force lower-back rotation or stretch into groin pain.
Safety notes
- Start with easy resistance and breathe continuously. Stop for sharp pain; ask gym staff to demonstrate unfamiliar equipment.