Exercise
WORLD'S GREATEST STRETCH
Stand
Squat
Form cues
Move through each position slowly and deliberately — this is a mobility flow, not a stretch-and-hold
The thoracic rotation (arm to the ceiling) opens the chest and upper back
The forearm-down position stretches the hip flexor of the rear leg
Keep the front knee directly over the front foot throughout
Breathe into each position — this helps the muscles relax and the range increase
Instructions
Step-by-step technique
Start in a lunge position with the right foot forward (knee bent, shin vertical) and left knee near the floor.
Place both hands on the floor on either side of the right foot.
Rotate the right arm upward toward the ceiling, following with your gaze.
Return the hand to the floor, then place the right forearm down to the floor for a deeper hip flexor stretch.
Hold each position for a breath or two before transitioning.
Complete the sequence on one side, then switch legs and repeat.