Form guide
How to Do Figure-Four Stretch
Lying glute stretch that relieves tight hips.
- Level
- Beginner
- Equipment
- No Equipment
- Impact
- Low impact
- Muscles worked
- Glutes
Step by step
- 1Lie on your back and cross one ankle over the opposite knee.
- 2Pull the bottom thigh toward your chest.
- 3Hold; switch sides halfway.
Common mistakes
- Lifting the head and straining the neck.
- Twisting the hips.
Alternatives
Put it to work
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