Hominin · exercise
Seated Glute
Seated Glute is a expert stretching exercise using body only. It works the glutes, with help from the adductors.
expertbody onlystatic movementstretching
- Main muscles
- glutes
- Also works
- adductors
How to do it
- In a seated position with your knees bent, cross one ankle over the opposite knee. Your partner will stand behind you. Now, lean forward as your partner braces your shoulders with their hands. This will be your starting position.
- Attempt to push your torso back for 10-20 seconds, as your partner prevents any actual movement of your torso.
- Now relax your muscles as your partner increases the stretch by gently pushing your torso forward for 10-20 seconds.
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General information, not medical advice: start light, learn the movement before adding weight, and ask a qualified coach or doctor if you are injured or unsure. Exercise data from the Free Exercise DB (public domain).