{"id":3188,"date":"2020-05-25T20:41:07","date_gmt":"2020-05-25T20:41:07","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/?p=3188"},"modified":"2024-12-16T08:35:01","modified_gmt":"2024-12-16T08:35:01","slug":"oblique-stretches","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/oblique-stretches\/","title":{"rendered":"Oblique Stretches To Guard Yourself From Back Injuries"},"content":{"rendered":"<div id=\"ez-toc-container\" class=\"ez-toc-v2_0_75 counter-hierarchy ez-toc-counter ez-toc-grey ez-toc-container-direction\">\n<div class=\"ez-toc-title-container\">\n<span class=\"ez-toc-title-toggle\"><\/span><\/div>\n<nav><ul class='ez-toc-list ez-toc-list-level-1 ' ><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-1\" href=\"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/oblique-stretches\/#Oblique_Stretches\" >Oblique Stretches<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-2\" href=\"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/oblique-stretches\/#Get_your_personalized\" >Get your personalized<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-3\" href=\"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/oblique-stretches\/#What_Are_The_Oblique_Muscles\" >What Are The Oblique Muscles?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-4\" href=\"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/oblique-stretches\/#Why_Are_Oblique_Stretches_Important\" >Why Are Oblique Stretches Important?<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-5\" href=\"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/oblique-stretches\/#Treats_And_Prevents_Back_Pain\" >Treats And Prevents Back Pain<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-6\" href=\"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/oblique-stretches\/#Supports_Proper_Muscle_Functioning\" >Supports Proper Muscle Functioning<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-7\" href=\"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/oblique-stretches\/#_Improves_Recovery\" >\u00a0Improves Recovery<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-8\" href=\"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/oblique-stretches\/#Prepares_Your_Body_For_The_Training\" >Prepares Your Body For The Training<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-9\" href=\"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/oblique-stretches\/#Tips_For_Effective_And_Safe_Stretching\" >Tips For Effective And Safe Stretching<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-10\" href=\"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/oblique-stretches\/#Take_Your_Time\" >Take Your Time<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-11\" href=\"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/oblique-stretches\/#Dont_Push_Yourself_Too_Hard\" >Don\u2019t Push Yourself Too Hard<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-12\" href=\"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/oblique-stretches\/#Oblique_Stretches-2\" >Oblique Stretches<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-13\" href=\"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/oblique-stretches\/#Standing_Side_Bend_Stretch\" >Standing Side Bend Stretch<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-14\" href=\"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/oblique-stretches\/#Seated_Twisting_Stretch\" >Seated Twisting Stretch<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-15\" href=\"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/oblique-stretches\/#Lying_Bent_Leg_Oblique_Stretch\" >Lying Bent Leg Oblique Stretch<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-16\" href=\"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/oblique-stretches\/#Seated_Lateral_Stretch\" >Seated Lateral Stretch<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-17\" href=\"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/oblique-stretches\/#Yoga_And_Oblique_Stretches\" >Yoga And Oblique Stretches<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-18\" href=\"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/oblique-stretches\/#Triangle_Pose_Trikonasana\" >Triangle Pose (Trikonasana)<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-19\" href=\"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/oblique-stretches\/#Cobra_Pose_Bhujangasana\" >Cobra Pose (Bhujangasana)<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-20\" href=\"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/oblique-stretches\/#Cat-Cow_Pose_Chakravakasana\" >Cat-Cow Pose (Chakravakasana)<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-21\" href=\"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/oblique-stretches\/#Conclusion\" >Conclusion<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-4' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-4'><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-4' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-4'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-22\" href=\"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/oblique-stretches\/#DISCLAIMER\" >DISCLAIMER:<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-4'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-23\" href=\"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/oblique-stretches\/#SOURCES\" >SOURCES:<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><\/ul><\/li><\/ul><\/nav><\/div>\n<h2 style=\"text-align: center;\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Oblique_Stretches\"><\/span><b>Oblique Stretches<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">There are alot of different training plans out there. Whether a full-body workout for<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/full-body-workouts-for-men\/\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">men<\/a><\/span>\u00a0<span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">or <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/full-body-workout-for-women-at-home\/\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">women<\/span><\/a> <span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">or locally-targeted exercises for areas such as<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/upper-chest-exercises\/\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> upper chest<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">, <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/calf-exercises\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">calves<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">, belly or <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/10-effective-exercises-to-remove-arm-fat-in-2-weeks\/\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">arms<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">, you can find whatever you\u2019re looking for. Not all of\u00a0 the training plans, however, that you could find on the internet will\u00a0 include safe and well-planned physical activities. For example, some of them may not incorporate the warm-up period, which is highly important for the beneficial exercise of your body.<\/span><\/p>\n\n    <section class=\"ad-single-wrapper\">\n        <div class=\"ad-single-text ad-title-wrapper\">\n            <h3 class=\"ad-single-title\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Get_your_personalized\"><\/span>Get your personalized<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n            <span class=\"ad-single-sub-title color-green\">\n                <svg class=\"icon-sparkle\" width=\"36\" height=\"21\" viewBox=\"0 0 36 21\" fill=\"none\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\">\n                    <path fill-rule=\"evenodd\" clip-rule=\"evenodd\"\n                          d=\"M34.6837 0.515943C34.8247 0.835947 34.9421 1.16291 34.9891 1.48987C35.1417 2.64466 35.3179 6.51949 35.2592 7.29863C35.2592 7.53515 35.1887 7.7995 35.0243 8.01516C34.7307 8.39777 33.9791 8.4256 33.5681 8.07081C33.4154 7.94559 33.3215 7.77863 33.2745 7.61863C33.1453 7.15254 33.0396 6.68645 32.9809 6.22035C32.8165 4.81512 32.6638 3.40293 32.5581 1.9977C32.5229 1.53161 32.6051 1.05856 32.6991 0.592466C32.7695 0.244637 33.251 -0.0197144 33.6973 0.00115537C34.2257 0.0289818 34.5546 0.230723 34.6837 0.515943ZM18.6184 9.78225C18.5734 9.67557 18.5344 9.57528 18.4971 9.47956C18.4178 9.27568 18.3465 9.09257 18.2426 8.91267C16.7159 6.24133 14.2615 3.86217 11.4665 1.60128C11.1377 1.33693 10.7267 1.08649 10.2687 0.919531C10.0221 0.829095 9.52885 0.843009 9.247 0.933445C9.03562 1.00301 8.88295 1.27432 8.92992 1.42736C9.01213 1.71954 9.18828 2.01868 9.4349 2.28303C11.0555 4.02913 12.6879 5.76829 14.3437 7.50048C14.8308 8.0068 15.3395 8.50887 15.8473 9.01L15.8473 9.01001C15.9883 9.14921 16.1293 9.28833 16.2697 9.42746C16.4811 9.64311 16.7159 9.85181 16.9626 10.0466C17.2327 10.2692 17.6437 10.4014 18.0547 10.2553C18.0691 10.2501 18.0836 10.245 18.0981 10.2399C18.1097 10.2358 18.1213 10.2318 18.1329 10.2278C18.3785 10.1424 18.6184 10.0589 18.6184 9.78225ZM1.98942 20.1407C2.17783 20.1221 2.37674 20.105 2.58175 20.0875C2.99012 20.0525 3.42272 20.0154 3.84492 19.9598C6.34632 19.6259 8.84771 19.292 11.3374 18.9442C11.8776 18.8676 12.406 18.7355 12.8875 18.5824C13.5334 18.3807 13.7566 18.0954 13.6509 17.7824C13.5452 17.4694 13.1224 17.2746 12.3826 17.2676C11.8776 17.2607 11.3374 17.2676 10.8559 17.3372C7.69683 17.8102 4.5378 18.2972 1.3905 18.7911C1.03819 18.8468 0.674137 18.9442 0.404034 19.0833C-0.2771 19.4242 -0.065712 19.9598 0.803314 20.092C1.01858 20.1228 1.25262 20.1258 1.51135 20.1291C1.66195 20.131 1.82092 20.133 1.98942 20.1407Z\"\n                          fill=\"#17B991\"\/>\n                <\/svg>\n               meal plan!\n            <\/span>\n        <\/div>\n    \n        <div class=\"ad-single-text ad-desc-wrapper\">\n            <p class=\"ad-single-desc\">What's your main health goal?<\/p>\n            <a href=\"https:\/\/quiz.betterme.world\/en\/first-page-generated-gender?flow=2361&utm_source=Blog&amp;utm_medium=Blog&amp;utm_campaign=Oblique_Stretches_To_Guard_Yourself_From_Back_Injuries\" class=\"btn-ad btn-green\">Lose weight<\/a>\n            <a href=\"https:\/\/quiz.betterme.world\/en\/first-page-generated-gender?flow=2361&utm_source=Blog&amp;utm_medium=Blog&amp;utm_campaign=Oblique_Stretches_To_Guard_Yourself_From_Back_Injuries\" class=\"btn-ad btn-green\">Feel great<\/a>\n        <\/div>\n        <img class=\"ad-single-img\" alt=\"health-food\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"395\" height=\"383\" src=\"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/themes\/gridlove-child\/assets\/img\/ad\/health-food.webp\">\n    <\/section>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Any warm-up will include a bit of cardio to increase the blood flow, which improves the effectiveness of the training that follows. Stretching is integrated with the cardio to stabilize your muscles and body structure so you can avoid injuries. In this article you will find out more about the stretches for the muscle group known as obliques; why they are so important and what are the tips for improved stretching and performance.<\/span><\/p>\n<h2 style=\"text-align: center;\" align=\"center\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"What_Are_The_Oblique_Muscles\"><\/span>What Are The Oblique Muscles?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Let\u2019s begin this look at how to successfully perform oblique stretches by first understanding what the oblique muscles are and where they are located. Oblique muscles are a muscle group by your ribs and upper body sides. They are a part of your core and consist of two groups \u2013 external and internal obliques (<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.physio-pedia.com\/Abdominal_Muscle_Anatomy\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">1<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">). The WebMD dictionary defines external obliques as abdominal muscles located on both sides of the torso (<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/dictionary.webmd.com\/external-obliques\"> <span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">2<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">)<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">. Internal obliques are muscles that are on the inner side of the external obliques (<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/dictionary.webmd.com\/internal-obliques\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">4<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">).<\/span><\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/quiz.betterme.world\/en\/first-page-generated-gender?flow=2361&#038;utm_source=Blog&amp;utm_medium=Blog&amp;utm_campaign=Oblique_Stretches_To_Guard_Yourself_From_Back_Injuries\"><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter wp-image-30738 size-large\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/05\/2-12-1024x576.jpg\" alt=\"oblique stretches\" width=\"770\" height=\"433\" srcset=\"https:\/\/cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/05\/2-12.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/05\/2-12-300x169.jpg 300w, https:\/\/cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/05\/2-12.jpg 768w, https:\/\/cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/05\/2-12-1636x920.jpg 1636w, https:\/\/cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/05\/2-12.jpg 1920w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 770px) 100vw, 770px\" \/><\/a><\/p>\n<h2 style=\"text-align: center;\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Why_Are_Oblique_Stretches_Important\"><\/span>Why Are Oblique Stretches Important?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">There are people who feel they don\u2019t really need stretches due to prevalent flexibility or the minor role they play in their training. However, besides one\u2019s range of flexibility, there are a lot of other benefits that are available through the process (<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.mayoclinic.org\/healthy-lifestyle\/fitness\/basics\/stretching-and-flexibility\/hlv-20049447\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">6<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">). We should not underestimate the importance of stretching before and after a workout. Take a look at a shortlist of\u00a0 the positive effects:<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Treats_And_Prevents_Back_Pain\"><\/span>Treats And Prevents Back Pain<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">When you don\u2019t stretch, muscles stiffen and become less flexible over time, causing back pain. This is why regular performance of lower back and oblique stretches may either prevent or treat back pain issues (<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.health.harvard.edu\/healthbeat\/stretching-and-strengthening-are-key-to-healing-and-preventing-back-pain\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">7<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">).<\/span><\/p>\n<p><i><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><strong>Read More:<\/strong> <a href=\"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/stretching-exercise-for-beginners\/\">Stretching Exercise For Beginners: Getting Your Blood Flowing And Your Muscles Ready To Move<\/a><\/span><\/i><\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/quiz.betterme.world\/en\/first-page-generated-gender?flow=2361&#038;utm_source=Blog&amp;utm_medium=Blog&amp;utm_campaign=Oblique_Stretches_To_Guard_Yourself_From_Back_Injuries\"><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter wp-image-31960 size-large\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/01\/9-2-1024x576.jpg\" alt=\"stretching\" width=\"770\" height=\"433\" srcset=\"https:\/\/cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/01\/9-2.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/01\/9-2-300x169.jpg 300w, https:\/\/cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/01\/9-2.jpg 768w, https:\/\/cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/01\/9-2-1636x920.jpg 1636w, https:\/\/cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/01\/9-2.jpg 1920w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 770px) 100vw, 770px\" \/><\/a><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Supports_Proper_Muscle_Functioning\"><\/span>Supports Proper Muscle Functioning<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">It is general knowledge that stretches can increase your flexibility. Oblique stretches involve the use of your abdominal muscles, promoting their proper functioning, which in turn prevents and even treats slipping rib syndrome and neuralgia (<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.medicalnewstoday.com\/articles\/320417\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">8<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">).<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"_Improves_Recovery\"><\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">\u00a0<\/span><b>Improves Recovery<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Stretching abdominal muscles helps them to return to full motion, speeding up recovery, and allowing you to have your next workout sooner.<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Prepares_Your_Body_For_The_Training\"><\/span><b>Prepares Your Body For The Training<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">When you stretch before the workout, you warm up your body, preparing the muscles for the following exercising routine, and this leads to improved physical performance and prevention of possible injuries (<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.mayoclinic.org\/healthy-lifestyle\/fitness\/multimedia\/stretching\/sls-20076840\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">3<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">).<\/span><\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/quiz.betterme.world\/en\/first-page-generated-gender?flow=2361&#038;utm_source=Blog&amp;utm_medium=Blog&amp;utm_campaign=Oblique_Stretches_To_Guard_Yourself_From_Back_Injuries\"><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter wp-image-33053 size-large\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/01\/5-1024x576.png\" alt=\"oblique stretches\" width=\"770\" height=\"433\" srcset=\"https:\/\/cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/01\/5.png 1024w, https:\/\/cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/01\/5-300x169.png 300w, https:\/\/cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/01\/5.png 768w, https:\/\/cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/01\/5-1636x920.png 1636w, https:\/\/cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/01\/5.png 1920w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 770px) 100vw, 770px\" \/><\/a><\/p>\n<h2 style=\"text-align: center;\" align=\"center\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Tips_For_Effective_And_Safe_Stretching\"><\/span>Tips For Effective And Safe Stretching<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Now that you have a good base on how important stretching is for your body, you may want to get to it right away and give it all you\u2019ve got. Take a word of caution, this could turn out to be the wrong approach and even cause certain injuries. If you want this process to go smoothly and safely, here are two main recommendations:<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Take_Your_Time\"><\/span><b>Take Your Time<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">You should never rush the process of stretching. If you are short on time, then it may be better if you cut out some of the exercises in your workout rather than cutting out your proper stretching. Avoid rapid movements and make sure that you hold each stretch for at least twenty seconds.<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Dont_Push_Yourself_Too_Hard\"><\/span>Don\u2019t Push Yourself Too Hard<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Everyone has their own limits and keeping within them while doing stretches can not be overemphasized. If you don\u2019t listen to your body and instead overdo the stretches, the result could be an injury or a mass of overstretched muscle tissues,\u00a0 making them thinner and weaker (<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.webmd.com\/fitness-exercise\/features\/ls-it-possible-to-overstretch\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">5<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">). Whenever you encounter slight pain, it is better to stop and relax your muscles. In this way, you\u2019ll prevent the occurrence of any possible negative consequences.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><strong>Whether you\u2019re a workout beast or just a beginner making your first foray into the world of fitness and dieting \u2013 BetterMe has a lot to offer to both newbies and experts! Install the app and <a href=\"https:\/\/quiz.betterme.world\/en\/first-page-generated-gender?flow=2361&#038;utm_source=Blog&amp;utm_medium=Blog&amp;utm_campaign=Oblique_Stretches_To_Guard_Yourself_From_Back_Injuries\">experience the versatility first-hand<\/a>!<\/strong><\/p>\n<h2><a href=\"https:\/\/quiz.betterme.world\/en\/first-page-generated-gender?flow=2361&#038;utm_source=Blog&amp;utm_medium=Blog&amp;utm_campaign=Oblique_Stretches_To_Guard_Yourself_From_Back_Injuries\"><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter wp-image-30740 size-large\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/05\/6-3-1024x576.jpg\" alt=\"oblique stretches\" width=\"770\" height=\"433\" srcset=\"https:\/\/cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/05\/6-3.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/05\/6-3-300x169.jpg 300w, https:\/\/cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/05\/6-3.jpg 768w, https:\/\/cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/05\/6-3-1636x920.jpg 1636w, https:\/\/cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/05\/6-3.jpg 1920w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 770px) 100vw, 770px\" \/><\/a><\/h2>\n<h2 style=\"text-align: center;\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Oblique_Stretches-2\"><\/span><b>Oblique Stretches<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The following oblique stretches may be included in the warm-up or just after any workout. You can combine them or choose one or two that you like the most and incorporate it into your exercising routine. Even one stretch makes a great difference in your body. Here are some of the oblique stretches you can use:<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Standing_Side_Bend_Stretch\"><\/span>Standing Side Bend Stretch<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Stand straight, stretch your arms upward, and connect the palms of your hands over your head. Bend your body to the side as far as your flexibility allows. Hold the stretch for half of a minute. Now do the same on your other side. Repeat the exercises as many times as needed (<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/hr.umich.edu\/sites\/default\/files\/mh-stretching-booklet.pdf\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> 9<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">).<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Seated_Twisting_Stretch\"><\/span><b>Seated Twisting Stretch<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Sit on the floor and stretch out your legs in front of you. Put your right foot on the outer side of your left knee so that your foot is crossing your left leg. Pull the bent knee of your right leg to your chest or use it as a pillar to rotate your torso to the right. Hold this position for 15 seconds, then repeat the same sequence of movements with your left foot crossing the right knee.<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Lying_Bent_Leg_Oblique_Stretch\"><\/span><b>Lying Bent Leg Oblique Stretch<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Lie down on your back and bend your knees, placing your feet flat on the mat. Drop both knees to the right, using a swivel motion to lower them to the floor until you feel a stretch. Keep both shoulders on the floor. Let your left knee resting on top of your right knee. You may stretch out your arms to the sides to avoid the lifting of your shoulders. Hold this position for 15 seconds, then repeat on the other side.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/quiz.betterme.world\/en\/first-page-generated-gender?flow=2361&#038;utm_source=Blog&amp;utm_medium=Blog&amp;utm_campaign=Oblique_Stretches_To_Guard_Yourself_From_Back_Injuries\"><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter wp-image-30741 size-large\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/05\/5-7-1024x576.jpg\" alt=\"oblique stretches\" width=\"770\" height=\"433\" srcset=\"https:\/\/cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/05\/5-7.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/05\/5-7-300x169.jpg 300w, https:\/\/cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/05\/5-7.jpg 768w, https:\/\/cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/05\/5-7-1636x920.jpg 1636w, https:\/\/cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/05\/5-7.jpg 1920w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 770px) 100vw, 770px\" \/><\/a><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Seated_Lateral_Stretch\"><\/span><b>Seated Lateral Stretch<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">This stretch is similar to the standing side bend stretch. Sit on the mat or a chair, with your legs in a comfortable position. Raise your right arm above your head and bend your upper body to the left, now lower your right arm slightly to the left. Hold for 20 seconds, return to the initial position and then bend to the right with your left hand raised this time.<\/span><\/p>\n<h2 style=\"text-align: center;\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Yoga_And_Oblique_Stretches\"><\/span>Yoga And Oblique Stretches<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Among all the workouts, <a href=\"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/yoga-jogging\/\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">yoga<\/a> is one of the richest in stretches. As it involves a lot of anaerobic, static exercises, which test your flexibility, with time you can develop your muscles and effectively stretch them.\u00a0 Yoga is also very conducive to stretching due to its low threshold for physical requirements and its \u201cforgiving\u201d nature, meaning that you may perform any movement by applying effort as you like and not pushing your limits. Although meditation and proper breathing techniques have a central role in yoga, the following poses are presented simply for their physical benefits and can be included in your workout as common stretching exercises. Here are some easy yoga oblique stretches:<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Triangle_Pose_Trikonasana\"><\/span><b>Triangle Pose (Trikonasana)<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Stand on the mat, with your feet double shoulder-width apart. Your left foot should point straight to the front while your right heel is perpendicular to your left foot (right foot toes pointing to the right). Lean your torso to the right, touching the top of your right foot or your right shin with your right hand while pointing your left arm vertically upwards. Turn your head so that you face your left arm. Hold the position for 20 seconds (or less, if you start experiencing discomfort), and repeat, changing sides.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><i><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><strong>Read More:<\/strong> <a href=\"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/types-of-stretches\/\">Types Of Stretches To Loosen Up Your Body From Head To Toe<\/a><\/span><\/i><\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/quiz.betterme.world\/en\/first-page-generated-gender?flow=2361&#038;utm_source=Blog&amp;utm_medium=Blog&amp;utm_campaign=Oblique_Stretches_To_Guard_Yourself_From_Back_Injuries\"><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter wp-image-34526 size-large\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/06\/10-6-1024x576.jpg\" alt=\"oblique stretches\" width=\"770\" height=\"433\" srcset=\"https:\/\/cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/06\/10-6.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/06\/10-6-300x169.jpg 300w, https:\/\/cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/06\/10-6.jpg 768w, https:\/\/cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/06\/10-6-1636x920.jpg 1636w, https:\/\/cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/06\/10-6.jpg 1920w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 770px) 100vw, 770px\" \/><\/a><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Cobra_Pose_Bhujangasana\"><\/span><b>Cobra Pose (Bhujangasana)<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Lie down, facing the floor with the top of your feet flat on the mat. With your arms stretched out in front, press down on your hands while keeping your arms straight, lifting your torso off the ground. As you do this leave your pelvis, thighs, knees, and feet pressed to the mat. Hold the pose for 15-25 seconds, then return to the lying position. If needed, repeat.<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Cat-Cow_Pose_Chakravakasana\"><\/span><b>Cat-Cow Pose (Chakravakasana)<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">This pose is a combination of two poses \u2013 cat (marjaryasana) and cow (bitilasana). To perform this stretch stand on all fours, then arch your back, pulling your head down. Next lift your head up, extending your neck. Allow your torso to bend, your belly to lower and push your hips upward. Slowly repeat the transition from one movement to another.<\/span><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Conclusion\"><\/span><strong>Conclusion<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Although sometimes people tend to underestimate the importance of stretching, it plays a huge role in the overall healthiness and fitness of your body. The oblique stretches may help you not only to increase flexibility, but also prepare you for the workout, reduce the occurrence of back pain, improve your recovery pace and just make you feel refreshed and toned. One of the most stretching-rich workouts is yoga, so if you are familiar with its practices, you have a wealth of knowledge in terms of stretches. If you don\u2019t like this sort of regime, there\u2019s a huge variety of dedicated exercises that are able to make a great contribution to your training plan. Take note to remember not to rush your stretching process and not to push your limits, as it may likely cause certain injuries. Before implementing any new practices into your workout routine, please consult with a specialist.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/store.betterme.world\/?utm_source=blog&amp;utm_medium=Oblique_Stretches_To_Guard_Yourself_From_Back_Injuries\"><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter wp-image-41516 size-full\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/07\/ezgif-1-adda9a1fd4.gif\" alt=\"BetterMe\" width=\"770\" height=\"432\" \/><\/a><\/p>\n<h4><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"DISCLAIMER\"><\/span><strong>DISCLAIMER:<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h4>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">This article is intended for general informational purposes only and does not address individual circumstances. It is not a substitute for professional advice or help and should not be relied on to make decisions of any kind. Any action you take upon the information presented in this article is strictly at your own risk and responsibility!<\/span><\/p>\n<h4><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"SOURCES\"><\/span><strong>SOURCES:<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h4>\n<ol>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.physio-pedia.com\/Abdominal_Muscle_Anatomy\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">A b d o m i n a l\u00a0 M u s c l e\u00a0 A n a t o m y <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">\u00a0<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">(2020, physio-pedia.com)<\/span><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/dictionary.webmd.com\/external-obliques\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">External obliques<\/span><\/a> <span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">(2006, dictionary.webmd.com)<\/span><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.mayoclinic.org\/healthy-lifestyle\/fitness\/multimedia\/stretching\/sls-20076840\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Guide to stretches<\/span><\/a> <span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">\u00a0<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">(2020, mayoclinic.org)<\/span><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/dictionary.webmd.com\/internal-obliques\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Internal obliques<\/span><\/a> <span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">(2006, dictionary.webmd.com)<\/span><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.webmd.com\/fitness-exercise\/features\/ls-it-possible-to-overstretch\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">ls It Possible to Overstretch?<\/span><\/a> <span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">(n.d., webmd.com)<\/span><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.mayoclinic.org\/healthy-lifestyle\/fitness\/basics\/stretching-and-flexibility\/hlv-20049447\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Stretching and flexibility <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">\u00a0<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">(2019, mayoclinic.org)<\/span><\/li>\n<li><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">\u00a0<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.health.harvard.edu\/healthbeat\/stretching-and-strengthening-are-key-to-healing-and-preventing-back-pain\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Stretching\u00a0 and\u00a0 strengthening\u00a0 are\u00a0 key\u00a0 to\u00a0 healing\u00a0 and\u00a0 preventing\u00a0 back\u00a0 \u00a0 pain<\/span><\/a> <span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">\u00a0<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">(n.d., health.harvard.edu)<\/span><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.medicalnewstoday.com\/articles\/320417\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">What is slipping rib syndrome? <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">\u00a0<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">(2014, medicalnewstoday.com)<\/span><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/hr.umich.edu\/sites\/default\/files\/mh-stretching-booklet.pdf\">Your\u00a0 Guide to Stretching &amp; Flexibility \u00a0<\/a>(2012, hr.umich.edu)<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Oblique Stretches There are alot of different training plans out there. Whether a full-body workout for\u00a0men\u00a0or women or locally-targeted exercises for areas such as upper chest, calves, belly or arms, you can find whatever you\u2019re looking for. 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Whether a full-body workout for<\/span><span style=\\\"font-weight: 400;\\\">\u00a0<a href=\\\"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/full-body-workouts-for-men\/\\\" rel=\\\"noopener noreferrer\\\">men<\/a><\/span>\u00a0<span style=\\\"font-weight: 400;\\\">or <\/span><a href=\\\"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/full-body-workout-for-women-at-home\/\\\" rel=\\\"noopener noreferrer\\\"><span style=\\\"font-weight: 400;\\\">women<\/span><\/a> <span style=\\\"font-weight: 400;\\\">or locally-targeted exercises for areas such as<\/span><a href=\\\"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/upper-chest-exercises\/\\\" rel=\\\"noopener noreferrer\\\"><span style=\\\"font-weight: 400;\\\"> upper chest<\/span><\/a><span style=\\\"font-weight: 400;\\\">, <\/span><a href=\\\"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/calf-exercises\/\\\"><span style=\\\"font-weight: 400;\\\">calves<\/span><\/a><span style=\\\"font-weight: 400;\\\">, belly or <\/span><a href=\\\"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/10-effective-exercises-to-remove-arm-fat-in-2-weeks\/\\\" rel=\\\"noopener noreferrer\\\"><span style=\\\"font-weight: 400;\\\">arms<\/span><\/a><span style=\\\"font-weight: 400;\\\">, you can find whatever you\u2019re looking for. 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