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Sit with one leg on the ground. Stretch arm over to the side. Switch sides. <\/p>\n

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“What Are The Benefits Of Pilates Side Bends?”<\/strong><\/h3>\n<\/blockquote>\n


<\/p>\n

I would say the big top three benefits are:<\/p>\n

    \n
  1. Balance the entire body.<\/li>\n
  2. Lengthen abdominal muscles, hips, and thigh muscles.<\/li>\n
  3. Improve spine flexibility.<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n


    <\/p>\n

    \n

    “What Are Intercostal Muscles And Why Is It Important To Stretch Them?”\u00a0<\/strong><\/h3>\n<\/blockquote>\n


    <\/p>\n

    Okay. Okay. I admit it. I’ve never had a student of mine say this. But I can live in hope. Perhaps one day a nurse, doctor, or professional athlete will join my class and ask me a tricky anatomy question.<\/p>\n

    Side bends stretch the muscles between the ribs (the intercostal muscles<\/a>). These muscles can get short and tight in daily life, due to time spent sitting and slouching.<\/p>\n

    Tight intercostals cause slouching.<\/p>\n

    And slouching will cause tension in your neck and shoulders to pile up.<\/p>\n


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    “Can Side Stretches Help Free Up My Breathing?”\u00a0<\/strong><\/h3>\n<\/blockquote>\n


    <\/p>\n

    If you have tight intercostal muscles<\/a> there’s a very good chance that your ribs don’t have a full range of motion. And that means your breathing will be restricted.<\/p>\n

    Stretching your intercostal <\/a>will open up the ribcage and lungs, which will significantly improve your breathing capacity.<\/p>\n

    Side Bends can also help relieve respiratory conditions, such as colds, asthma, and allergies.<\/p>\n


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    “Can Side Stretches Help Digestion?”\u00a0<\/strong><\/h3>\n<\/blockquote>\n


    <\/p>\n

    Yes. Side Bends stretch the abdominal muscles and digestive organs. This assists and regulates digestion, elimination, and metabolism.<\/p>\n


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    “Why Are Side Stretches Good For Women Who Are Pregnant?”\u00a0<\/strong><\/h3>\n<\/blockquote>\n


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    Women who are pregnant can benefit from gentle Side Bends because they will help to create more space in the torso for the organs and the growing baby.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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