Seated Figure 4 Stretch
An intermediate flexibility exercise that targets the gluteus maximus and piriformis.

Muscles Targeted
Primary
- GLUTEUS MAXIMUS
- PIRIFORMIS
Secondary
- HIP EXTERNAL ROTATORS
How to Perform
- Sit tall, cross ankle over opposite knee, hinge forward from hips to feel a stretch in the glute. Breathe and relax into the hold.
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General Safety
These general guidelines apply to every exercise: warm up first, choose a load and range you can control, and stop if you feel pain. Ask a qualified professional before training around an injury or medical condition.
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