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Knee To Chest Stretch

Are you looking for a simple way to relieve lower back tension and enhance your flexibility? The knee to chest stretch is an effective and gentle exercise that can make a world of difference!

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Doing Knee To Chest Stretch The Right Way

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  1. Lie flat on your back with your legs bent and feet flat on the floor.
  2. Press your lower back into the ground to create a posterior pelvic tilt.
  3. Gently pull one knee towards your chest, keeping the other foot flat or the leg straight.
  4. Relax and breathe into the stretch.

Mistakes to Avoid

  1. Avoid keeping your spine in a neutral or anterior pelvic tilt, as this can prevent an effective stretch.
  2. Instead, focus on maintaining a posterior pelvic tilt for optimal results.
  3. Remember, the goal is to feel a gentle stretch, not pain.

Equipment

Bodyweight

Targeted Areas

GlutesHipsLower Back

Muscles Worked

Lumbar Paraspinals, Gluteus Maximus, Hip Flexors, Hamstrings

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