Target Muscle

    Glutes

    Equipment

    Machine

    Difficulty

    Beginner

    Category

    Stretching

    LegsMachine

    Lying Gluteus and Piriformis Stretch

    The assisted lying gluteus and piriformis stretch is a flexibility exercise targeting the glutes and piriformis muscles. It is performed lying on your back, crossing one ankle over the opposite thigh, and gently pulling the thigh towards your chest to stretch the glutes and piriformis.

    Also Works

    Hamstrings

    How to Perform

    1. 1

      Lie on your back with your legs extended.

    2. 2

      Bend your right knee and place your right ankle on your left thigh, just above the knee.

    3. 3

      Grasp your left thigh with both hands and gently pull it towards your chest.

    4. 4

      Hold the stretch for 20-30 seconds.

    5. 5

      Release the stretch and repeat on the other side.

    Pro Tips

    • •Focus on controlled movements rather than speed
    • •Breathe out during the exertion phase
    • •Keep your core engaged throughout the movement

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