1. Begin in a standing position with your feet shoulder-width apart for stability.
2. Extend your arms straight out in front of you at shoulder height, crossing them over each other to touch the opposite shoulder – effectively hugging yourself lightly.
3. Keeping your hips square and facing forward, slowly tilt your upper body to one side, going as far as you can without compromising form or losing balance.
4. Hold the side tilt for a few seconds to feel a stretch on the side of your trunk while maintaining a straight line from the side of the head down to the feet.
5. Return to the starting position with your upper body straight.
6. Repeat the side tilt on the opposite side, again holding for a few seconds.
Ensure to keep the movement controlled, and focus on engaging your core muscles throughout the exercise. This exercise can help to improve flexibility and strength in the core and oblique muscles.
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