HamstringsBeginner

The Straddle

Stretching movement using No Equipment.

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Muscle guide

See the primary and supporting muscles.

The stronger highlight marks the main muscle associated with this movement. The lighter highlight marks supporting muscles.

Primary HamstringsSupporting Adductors, Calves

Movement instructions

1
Begin in a seated, upright position. Start by extending your legs in front of you in a V.
2
With your hands on the floor, lean forward as far as possible. Hold for 10 to 20 seconds.

Technique guidance

Breathe slowly and evenly. Exhale as you ease into a comfortable range, and never use the breath to force a deeper position.

Use only a comfortable range; a stretch may feel like tension but should not feel sharp or joint-specific.
Come out of the position slowly and use support when balance is limited.

General guidance matched from movement type and equipment; it is not individualized coaching or medical advice.

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