// GLUTE MEDIUS STRETCH //

VARIATIONS

Everyone has a different level of flexibility. If you find the main exercise too difficult, try one of these adaptations.

ON THE FLOOR

1. Lie on your back on the floor and place your feet flat on the floor.

2. Bend your left knee to place your left ankle on your right knee.

3. Place your hands behind your right thigh and lift your right leg off the floor to create the stretch. Hold this position for 30 seconds. Repeat these steps with your right ankle on your left knee and with your left leg lifted.

SEATED

1. Sit on a chair and place your feet flat on the floor. Relax your arms at your sides.

2. Bend your left knee and place your left ankle on your right knee. Place your left hand on your left knee. (Hold your left foot in your right hand for more stability.) Hold this position for 30 seconds. Repeat these steps with your right ankle on your left knee.

WITH A CHAIR

1. Stand on the right side of a chair with your feet shoulder width apart. Place your left hand on the back of the chair and relax your right arm at your side.

2. Bend your right knee and place your right ankle on your left knee. Place your right hand on your right knee for stability.

3. Bend your left knee and slightly lower your body while slightly bending forward. Hold this position for 30 seconds. Repeat these steps on the left side of the chair with your right hand on the back of the chair and your left ankle on your right knee.