Seated Across-Body Hamstring Reach
Improve flexibility with the Seated Across-Body Hamstring Reach! Gently stretch your hamstrings and lower back.
The Seated Across-Body Hamstring Reach mainly works the hamstrings and core, with help from the lower back. No equipment needed: it uses just your bodyweight.
Seated Across-Body Hamstring Reach Muscles Worked
Primary
Hamstrings; Obliques
Secondary
Spinal Erectors (erector spinae); Deep Core (transverse abdominis)
Seated Across-Body Hamstring Reach Variations and Alternatives
How to do the Seated Across-Body Hamstring Reach
Seated Cross Body Hamstring Reach Stretch
Positioning:
Start by sitting on the floor with your legs extended straight in front of you.
Bend your right leg and place your right foot on the outside of your left knee.
Keep your left leg straight, toes pointing upwards.
Sit up tall with your back straight and shoulders relaxed.
Movement:
Take a deep breath in, lengthening your spine.
As you exhale, gently twist your torso to the right, placing your left elbow on the outside of your right knee for support.
Use your right hand to grip your right knee or the floor behind you to deepen the twist.
Hold this position for 15 to 30 seconds, feeling the stretch in your hamstring and lower back.
To return to the starting position, slowly unwind your torso and extend both legs straight in front of you.
Repeat the stretch on the other side by bending your left leg and twisting to the left.
Tips:
Keep your movements slow and controlled to avoid straining.
Ensure you are breathing deeply and evenly throughout the stretch.
If you feel any discomfort, ease off the stretch until you find a comfortable position.
Seated Across-Body Hamstring Reach FAQs
What muscles does the Seated Across-Body Hamstring Reach work?
The Seated Across-Body Hamstring Reach mainly works the hamstrings and core, with help from the lower back. The main muscles are the hamstrings and obliques.
What equipment do you need for the Seated Across-Body Hamstring Reach?
None. The Seated Across-Body Hamstring Reach is a bodyweight exercise, so you can do it anywhere.
What workout day should the Seated Across-Body Hamstring Reach go on?
It belongs on leg day in a push/pull/legs routine.
What are some Seated Across-Body Hamstring Reach variations and alternatives?
Similar exercises include the Alternating Hamstring Hip-Flexor Stretch, Forward Fold Twist with Toe Hold, Kneeling Hamstring Reach and Kneeling Hamstring Medial Groin Reach.
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