Upper Back-Leg Grab

Stretching · No equipment · Beginner

How to do it

While seated, bend forward to hug your thighs from underneath with both arms.
Keep your knees together and your legs extended out as you bring your chest down to your knees. You can also stretch your middle back by pulling your back away from your knees as your hugging them.

Works

Hamstrings

Also: Lower back, Middle back

When to stop

Stop and rest if you feel chest pain or pressure, are more short of breath than you'd expect, feel dizzy or faint, or have sudden pain. If chest pain or faintness doesn't pass when you rest, call 911.

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