This move bends your spine sideways, rather than forwards and backwards, to train a different movement pattern. Once you’ve nailed the form, hold a weight on the side you’re leaning towards to gain strength, along with mobility.

Stand up straight and place your left foot in front of your right foot with the outer edges touching.
Bend your left knee slightly and start to slowly lean your weight to the left.
When you’ve bent as far as you can, pull yourself back to the starting position.

Repeat 10 times each side

Check out more of the How-To videos in the Strong Women Training Club to find plenty more mobility moves.

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