Seated Forward Bend
Deep hamstring and back stretch
Mobility & StretchingBeginnerMobilityStretch
At a glance
| Muscles worked | Primary: Hamstrings |
|---|---|
| Muscle group | Mobility & Stretching |
| Difficulty | Beginner |
| Type | Mobility · Stretch |
| Sets & reps | 3 sets × 20-30s |
| Estimated calories burned | ~10 kcal |
| Equipment | None needed |
How to do it
- Step 1: Sit with legs extended straight
- Step 2: Hinge at hips and reach forward
- Step 3: Keep back as flat as possible
- Step 4: Relax into the stretch
- Step 5: Hold
Coaching tips
Benefits
Deep hamstring and back stretch
Common mistakes
Rounding the spine excessively
Make it harder
Reach further forward
Make it easier
Bend knees slightly
Breathing
Deep relaxed breathing
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