How to do it
Squeeze your rear glute to deepen the stretch without shifting your hips.
- 1
Stand with one foot forward and one foot back, holding a dumbbell in each hand.
- 2
Lower your hips towards the ground, bending both knees to create two 90-degree angles.
- 3
Hold the stretch for 15-30 seconds.
- 4
Switch legs and repeat.
Expert tip
Keep your torso upright and your front knee in line with your ankle to prevent injury.
Common mistakes
- ✕Rounding the lower back during the descent
- ✕Shifting weight onto the front toes
- ✕Pointing the rear toes outward excessively