1. Start in a forward lunge position with your right leg in front, bending your knee to about a 90-degree angle, and your left leg stretched out behind you with the ball of your foot on the floor. Keep your back straight, and place your hands on the floor for support. This should look like a deep runner's lunge.
2. Next, while keeping your right foot firmly planted and your hands on the floor, rotate your upper body to the right and reach upward with your right arm, allowing your eyes to follow your hand. Your left hand should remain on the floor for balance. You should feel a nice twist in your torso and a stretch down your left hip flexor.
3. Hold this twist position for 15-30 seconds, breathing deeply and trying to extend a bit further into the twist with each exhale.
4. Return your right hand to the floor, back to the lunge position. This completes one cycle on the right side.
5. Repeat this move for the desired number of repetitions and then switch to the left side, with your left foot forward and reaching up with your left arm during the twist.
Remember to perform the exercise in a controlled manner and avoid any jerky motions or overstretching. Always perform a dynamic warm-up before stretching to prevent injury. If you feel any pain or discomfort beyond normal muscle stretching, discontinue the stretch and consult a fitness professional.
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