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Seated Wide Angle Pose Sequence

Seated Wide Angle Pose Sequence: step-by-step technique, the muscles it works and a demo clip. Equipment: body only.

Video and illustrations: Gym visual, licensed to AIron.Coach.
  • Equipmentbody only
  • Body partupper legs
Primary muscles
hamstrings, quadriceps
Secondary muscles
calves
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How to do it

  1. Sit on the ground with your legs extended in a wide angle.
  2. Flex your feet and engage your quadriceps.
  3. Place your hands on the ground behind you for support.
  4. Keeping your back straight, lean forward from your hips.
  5. Continue leaning forward until you feel a stretch in your hamstrings.
  6. Hold this position for a few breaths.
  7. Slowly release the stretch and return to the starting position.
  8. Repeat for the desired number of repetitions.

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