Forward Elevated Toe Fold
The Forward Elevated Toe Fold mainly works the hamstrings and glutes & hips, with help from the lower back. You'll need: yoga block.
Required Equipment
Optional Equipment
Forward Elevated Toe Fold Muscles Worked
Primary
Hamstrings; Glutes (gluteus maximus)
Secondary
Spinal Erectors (erector spinae)
How to do the Forward Elevated Toe Fold
Setup
Standing upright with feet hip-width apart, place your toes on the elevated head of a pair of dumbbells.
Movement
While keeping your legs straight but not locked, hinge at your hips to push your glutes backward.
Keep your back flat or with a slight natural arch throughout the movement, avoiding any rounding of the spine.
Lower your torso until it is nearly parallel to the floor, focusing on feeling a deep stretch along the back of your legs (hamstrings).
Engage your glutes and hamstrings to return to the starting upright position by driving your hips forward.
Forward Elevated Toe Fold FAQs
What muscles does the Forward Elevated Toe Fold work?
The Forward Elevated Toe Fold mainly works the hamstrings and glutes & hips, with help from the lower back. The main muscles are the hamstrings and gluteus maximus.
What equipment do you need for the Forward Elevated Toe Fold?
Yoga block.
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