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From Module 4, Movement and exercise

Side bend

Stretches the sides of your body.

Time
About 1 minute
Level
Gentle
Position
Standing or sitting
Equipment
None
Space
A little floor space, or a chair without wheels

Step by step

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  1. 1.Sit or stand tall with your feet apart.
  2. 2.Let your arms hang by your sides.
  1. 3.Slowly slide one hand down the side of your leg. Keep your hips still.
  2. 4.Go only as far as feels comfortable, then come back up.
  1. 5.Now bend to the other side. Do 3 on each side.

Make it fit you

Easier

Bend only a little way.

Harder

Hold each bend for up to 10 seconds. Keep breathing.

Sources

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