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Strength Body Only

Side Jackknife

The Side Jackknife is a bodyweight abdominal exercise performed from a side-lying position. The abdominals are the listed primary focus, with no secondary muscle group assigne...

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Strength Dumbbell

Side Lateral Raise

The Side Lateral Raise trains the shoulders by lifting dumbbells outward from the sides. The standing position allows a natural base but also makes it easier to create momentu...

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Stretching Body Only

Side Leg Raises

Side Leg Raises are described here as dynamic side-to-side leg swings. Moving the leg outward uses the hip abductors, while crossing it inward may create movement through the...

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Stretching

Side Lying Groin Stretch

The Side-Lying Groin Stretch raises the upper leg and guides it toward the shoulder. The adductors are the primary target, while straightening the knee may add hamstring tensi...

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Stretching

Side Neck Stretch

The Side Neck Stretch uses a small lateral head tilt to lengthen muscles along one side of the neck. The shoulders remain relaxed and level throughout the position.

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Plyometrics Other

Side to Side Box Shuffle

The Side-to-Side Box Shuffle moves laterally across a low platform while alternating which foot lands on top. The quadriceps, calves, hamstrings, abductors, and adductors cont...

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Strength Other

Side To Side Chins

Side-to-Side Chins are a pull-up variation in which the torso shifts slightly toward alternating hands. The lats, middle back, biceps, forearms, and shoulders support the pull...

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Stretching

Side Wrist Pull

The Side Wrist Pull guides one arm across the torso and upward using the opposite hand. The shoulders, lats, and forearms may feel the position depending on the chosen angle.

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