How to do it
Inhale deeply through your nose and soften into the stretch as you exhale.
- 1
Sit on the floor with your legs extended straight in front of you.
- 2
Hinge at the hips and reach forward with both hands towards your feet.
- 3
Keep your back straight and hold the stretch for 15-30 seconds.
- 4
Relax and return to the starting position.
- 5
Repeat the stretch 2-3 times.
Expert tip
Move into the stretch slowly and hold it at a point of mild tension, avoiding any bouncing or overstretching.
Common mistakes
- ✕Rounding the back instead of hinging at hips
- ✕Bending the knees to ease stretch tension