How to do it
Exhale slowly as you settle deeper into each stretch hold.
- 1
Sit on the floor with one leg straight out in front of you.
- 2
Cross the other leg over the straight leg, placing the foot flat on the floor.
- 3
Hug your knee to your chest and twist your torso towards the bent leg.
- 4
Hold the stretch for 20-30 seconds, then switch legs and repeat.
Expert tip
Keep your spine straight and avoid rounding your back to ensure a deep stretch in the glutes.
Common mistakes
- ✕Bouncing at the end of the stretch range
- ✕Lifting the crossed foot off the floor
- ✕Rotating only the neck instead of the torso