Stretch and Flex Exercise #49


	Stretch and Flex Exercise #49 Side Thigh Chest

first picture of side thigh chest stretch

Start in the side laying position

Keep a straight line, with your ear, shoulder, hip, knee, and ankle lined up

Your top arm is in front of your chest, while your lower arm supports your head

Lower leg is slightly forward and may be bent at the knee for stability

second picture of side thigh chest stretch

Bend your top leg forward from the hip at a right angle

Take hold of your leg with your hand behind the knee

Exhale as you gently pull your leg towards your chest, inhale, then exhale as you continue to pull leg towards your chest

		To extend the stretch bring your head toward your knee

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