How to do it
Keep the straight resting leg fully extended with toes pointing back.
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Lie on your stomach with your elbows under your shoulders, propping your upper body up.
- 2
Bend your right knee and bring it up to a 90-degree angle to the side of your body.
- 3
Keep your left leg straight and relaxed.
- 4
Hold the stretch for 15-30 seconds, then switch to the left knee.
Expert tip
Focus on relaxing your hips and breathing deeply to allow for a deeper stretch in the glutes.
Common mistakes
- ✕Lifting the bent knee off the floor
- ✕Arching the lower back excessively
- ✕Collapsing through the supporting shoulder