Legs Over Head Stretch and Hip Tuck
Combined legs-over-head position with a hip tuck that stretches the posterior chain and engages the core.
Core & AbsIntermediateMobilityStretch
At a glance
| Muscles worked | Primary: hamstrings & core. Secondary: lower back, hips |
|---|---|
| Muscle group | Core & Abs |
| Difficulty | Intermediate |
| Type | Mobility · Stretch |
| Sets & reps | 3 sets × 10 seconds |
| Estimated calories burned | ~10 kcal |
| Equipment | None needed |
How to do it
- Lie on your back and lift the legs over the head toward the floor behind you.
- Add a gentle hip tuck to deepen the abdominal engagement and stretch.
- Hold for 10 seconds while breathing deeply.
- Lower with control.
- Repeat for 3 sets.
Coaching tips
Benefits
Combined legs-over-head position with a hip tuck that stretches the posterior chain and engages the core.
Common mistakes
Avoid forcing the range or putting pressure on the neck.
Make it harder
Deepen the tuck or extend the legs more.
Make it easier
Keep the knees bent or support the hips with the hands.
Breathing
Breathe deeply and relax into the position.
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