Lying Cross Over Knee Pull Up Stretch
Gently stretch your glutes and piriformis with the Lying Cross Over Knee Pull Up Stretch.
Description
A stretching exercise where you lie on your back, cross one leg over the other and gently pull the knee towards your chest.
How to Do Lying Cross Over Knee Pull Up Stretch
- 1Setup
Lie on your back with both knees bent and feet flat on the floor, hip-width apart.
- 2Setup
Cross your right ankle over your left knee, allowing your right knee to open out to the side.
- 3
Gently grasp your left thigh with both hands, either behind the hamstring or on top of the shin, depending on your flexibility.
- 4
Slowly pull your left knee towards your chest, feeling a stretch in your right glute and outer hip.
- 5
Hold the stretch for the prescribed duration, breathing deeply, then slowly release and repeat on the other side.
Tips
- Keep your lower back pressed gently into the floor throughout the stretch to maximize the hip and glute engagement.
- Use your hands to gently increase the pull, but never force the stretch to the point of pain; aim for a comfortable tension.
- As you exhale, try to deepen the stretch slightly, allowing your muscles to relax further into the position.
- If grasping your thigh is too difficult, you can loop a towel around your left thigh to assist with the pull.
Common Mistakes
- ×Rounding your lower back during the pull reduces the target stretch; keep your spine neutral and press your lower back gently into the floor.
- ×Pulling too aggressively can cause discomfort or injury; instead, pull gently until you feel a comfortable stretch and hold it there.
- ×Allowing the crossed knee to collapse inwards diminishes the stretch; actively push the crossed knee away from your body to enhance the outer hip stretch.
Variations
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