Mobility

Seated Straddle Stretch

The Seated Straddle Stretch is a fantastic exercise to improve the flexibility in your legs and hips. During this exercise, you'll sit on the floor and stretch your legs apart as you reach forward. Regular practice of this exercise can help relieve tightness in these areas and contribute to a greater range of motion.

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Seated Straddle Stretch instructions

Step-by-step instructions

1

Sit on the floor with your legs spread out to either side, forming a V shape.

2

Keep your knees and toes facing upwards.

3

Lean your upper body forward and try to reach the ground with your hands.

4

Hold the stretch for a few seconds, then relax.

5

Try to go a little bit further each time you perform this exercise.

Sit on the floor with your legs spread out to either side, forming a V shape.

Keep your knees and toes facing upwards.

Lean your upper body forward and try to reach the ground with your hands.

Hold the stretch for a few seconds, then relax.

Try to go a little bit further each time you perform this exercise.

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