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Animated demo of Seated Piriformis Stretch targeting Glutes
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Seated Piriformis Stretch

An exercise for the Upper Legs - correct movement demonstrated with detailed steps.

Body partUpper Legs Target muscleGlutes EquipmentBody Weight

Step by step

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

Muscles worked

Glutes (primary)Hamstrings

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