Seated Wide Angle Pose Sequence
Improve flexibility with Seated Wide Angle Pose! Stretch your hamstrings and inner thighs with this calming sequence.
The Seated Wide Angle Pose Sequence mainly works the hip adductors (inner thighs) and hamstrings, with help from the glutes & hips and lower back. No equipment needed: it uses just your bodyweight.
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Seated Wide Angle Pose Sequence Muscles Worked
Primary
Hip Adductors; Hamstrings
Secondary
Glutes (gluteus maximus); Spinal Erectors (erector spinae)
Seated Wide Angle Pose Sequence Variations and Alternatives
How to do the Seated Wide Angle Pose Sequence
Begin by sitting on the floor with your legs spread as wide as comfortable.
Ensure your knees and toes are pointing up to the ceiling, and your back is straight.
Place your hands in front of you on the floor and slowly walk them forward as far as you can while keeping your back straight, coming into a forward fold over your center.
Hold the pose for several deep breaths, focusing on letting your muscles relax and gently stretching deeper with each exhale.
Walk your hands back to your body and then gently walk them over to one side, folding toward one leg.
Hold this side stretch for the same number of deep breaths, then slowly walk your hands through the center and over to the other leg, and hold for the same duration.
After completing the stretch on both sides, walk your hands back to the center and slowly straighten your torso to return to the starting position.
Repeat the sequence as desired.
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Seated Wide Angle Pose Sequence FAQs
What muscles does the Seated Wide Angle Pose Sequence work?
The Seated Wide Angle Pose Sequence mainly works the hip adductors (inner thighs) and hamstrings, with help from the glutes & hips and lower back. The main muscles are the hip adductors and hamstrings.
What equipment do you need for the Seated Wide Angle Pose Sequence?
None. The Seated Wide Angle Pose Sequence is a bodyweight exercise, so you can do it anywhere.
What are some Seated Wide Angle Pose Sequence variations and alternatives?
Similar exercises include the Baddha Konasana Flow Pose, Bound Angle Pose Baddha Konasana, Bodyweight Butterfly Stretch and Double Pigeon Pose.
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