Seated glute stretch
The seated glute stretch is a flexibility exercise that targets the glutes. It involves sitting on the floor with one leg extended and the other leg crossed over it, then gently pulling the bent knee towards the chest to stretch the gluteal muscles.
At a glance
- Area
- Upper legs
- Main muscle
- Glutes
- Secondary muscles
- Hamstrings
- Equipment
- Body weight
- Level
- Beginner
Form tips
- Keep your back straight while performing the stretch.
- Avoid bouncing or jerking movements.
- Hold the stretch for at least 20-30 seconds.
What to watch out for
- hip injuries
- lower back pain
Also known as
Stretching dei glutei da seduti, glute stretch, stretching glutei da seduti