Seated piriformis stretch

Seated piriformis stretch

The seated piriformis stretch targets the glutes and helps improve flexibility and relieve tension in the piriformis muscle. It is performed seated on the ground, crossing one leg over the other and gently twisting the torso to stretch the gluteal region.

The seated piriformis stretch targets the glutes and helps improve flexibility and relieve tension in the piriformis muscle. It is performed seated on the ground, crossing one leg over the other and gently twisting the torso to stretch the gluteal region.

The seated piriformis stretch targets the glutes and helps improve flexibility and relieve tension in the piriformis muscle. It is performed seated on the ground, crossing one leg over the other and gently twisting the torso to stretch the gluteal region.

How to Do the Seated piriformis stretch

How to Do the Seated piriformis stretch

How to Do the Seated piriformis stretch

Sit on the ground with your legs extended in front of you. Bend your right knee and place your right foot on the outside of your left knee. Place your left elbow on the outside of your right knee and gently twist your torso to the right. Hold the stretch for 20-30 seconds, then switch sides and repeat.

Difficulty

Beginner

Category

Stretching

Target Muscle

Glutes

Glutes

Secondary Muscles

hamstrings

Equipment

Body weight

Body Part

Upper legs

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