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Seated Straddle Stretch

The seated straddle stretch is a static flexibility exercise performed while sitting with the legs spread apart. It primarily lengthens the inner thighs and can also stretch the hamstrings, supporting hip mobility and lower-body flexibility.

Demonstration

Demonstration: Seated Straddle Stretch

Instructions

  1. Sit on the floor with your legs extended comfortably apart.
  2. Sit tall, lengthen your spine, and let your feet relax or point upward.
  3. Place your hands on the floor in front of you and gently hinge forward from your hips.
  4. Move only to a mild, steady stretching sensation in the inner thighs or hamstrings.
  5. Hold the position while breathing calmly, then slowly return to an upright seated position.
Muscle Group
Hip Adductors
Other Muscle Groups
Hamstrings
Type
Stretching
Laterality
Bilateral
Movement Mode
Isometric
Equipment
Body Only
Difficulty
Beginner

Technique tips

  1. Keep your chest open rather than rounding your back to reach farther.
  2. Do not force your knees downward or push through sharp discomfort.
  3. Use a folded towel or cushion under your hips if sitting upright is difficult.
  4. Ease out of the stretch gradually rather than bouncing.
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