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Animated demonstration of the seated piriformis stretch exercise, targeting the Glutes using Body weight.

seated piriformis stretch

Body part
Upper legs
Equipment
Body weight
Target muscle
Glutes
Secondary muscles
hamstrings

Instructions

  1. Step 1: Sit on the ground with your legs extended in front of you.

  2. Step 2: Bend your right knee and place your right foot on the outside of your left knee.

  3. Step 3: Place your left elbow on the outside of your right knee and gently twist your torso to the right.

  4. Step 4: Hold the stretch for 20-30 seconds, then switch sides and repeat.

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