Exercise Guide

Open Book Stretch

A intermediate flexibility exercise targeting the Flexibility using bodyweight only.

INTERMEDIATE FLEXIBILITY ANY
Open Book Stretch exercise demonstration

How to Perform

  1. 1 Lie on side with top arm opening like a book. Keep hips stacked and move the arm slowly to feel thoracic rotation. Avoid forcing range if lower back feels irritated.

Safety Tips

  • Warm up before performing this exercise
  • Use appropriate weight for your fitness level
  • Stop if you feel any pain

Common Mistakes

  • Using too much weight
  • Performing the movement too quickly
  • Not maintaining proper form throughout

Get Open Book Stretch in a personalized plan

Budy can combine Open Book Stretch with the right supporting exercises for THORACIC MOBILITY, EXTERNAL ROTATORS, LOWER BACK LIGHT STRETCH, then tune sets, reps, and progression around your schedule and equipment.

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