Seated Glute Stretch


Instructions

  • Sit on a chair or bench
  • Place the right ankle on the left thigh, just above the knee
  • Press down on the right knee with your left hand while pushing your right hip forward
  • You should feel a stretch in the buttocks area of the right leg
  • Hold the stretch for 15-20 seconds and repeat with the other leg

Benefits

  • Glutes: This stretch helps to release tension and tightness in the glutes, allowing for greater hip mobility and improved flexibility. It also helps to reduce the risk of lower back pain by relieving the pressure on the muscles around the spine.
  • Quads: This stretch helps to improve range of motion in the quadriceps, resulting in increased strength and power. It also helps to reduce muscle tightness and fatigue in the quads, allowing for improved performance and endurance during physical activity.
  • Hips: This stretch helps to improve flexibility and mobility in the hips, resulting in better posture and improved balance. It also helps to reduce tension and tightness in the hip flexors, allowing for greater range of motion and improved agility.
  • Lower Back: This stretch helps to relieve tension and tightness in the lower back, reducing the risk of injury or strain. It also helps to improve posture and alignment, allowing for greater comfort and stability.