Static stretch
Seated figure-four glute stretch
Glutes and outer hip
- Setup
- Stable chair
- Focus
- Hips and glutes
Step by step
- Sit tall and place one ankle over the opposite thigh.
- Keep the crossed foot active and hinge forward from the hips without pressing down on the knee.
- Switch sides.
Move slowly. Mild tension is enough; stop if you feel pain.
Review source: Mayo desk-stretch collection