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Seated glute stretch

Beginner

Seated glute stretch is a isolation bodyweight exercise for the glutes, also working the hamstrings.

What it works

Primary muscle

Glutes

Also works

Hamstrings

Equipment
Bodyweight
Movement
Mobility
Type
Isolation
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Time
Suggested rest
1 min

How to do it

  1. 1Sit on the ground with your legs extended in front of you.
  2. 2Bend your right knee and cross your right ankle over your left thigh.
  3. 3Place your right hand on the ground behind you for support.
  4. 4With your left hand, gently press down on your right knee to deepen the stretch.
  5. 5Hold the stretch for 30 seconds to 1 minute.
  6. 6Switch sides and repeat.

What to do instead

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Easier variations

  • Assisted lying glutes stretchMachine
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