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seated piriformis stretch

seated piriformis stretch exercise guide with muscles, equipment, animation and step-by-step instructions. Target: glutes. Equipment: body weight.

seated piriformis stretch exercise demonstration
Target muscle
glutes
Muscle group
hamstrings
Body part
upper legs
Equipment
body weight

Secondary muscles

hamstrings

How to perform

  1. Sit on the ground with your legs extended in front of you.
  2. Bend your right knee and place your right foot on the outside of your left knee.
  3. Place your left elbow on the outside of your right knee and gently twist your torso to the right.
  4. Hold the stretch for 20-30 seconds, then switch sides and repeat.