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Exercise 1709 · REF yn0LjwL

Assisted Lying Glutes Stretch exercise animation

Assisted Lying Glutes Stretch

Category
Upper Legs
Equipment
Assisted
Target
Glutes

The assisted lying glute stretch pulls the knee toward the opposite shoulder to open up the glutes, useful for lifters whose hips feel locked up after heavy squatting or deadlifting. It's passive by design, so let the assistance do the pulling rather than muscling the leg into position. Breathing and relaxing into the stretch gets more range than forcing it.

How to Do the Assisted Lying Glutes Stretch

  1. Lie on your back with your legs extended.
  2. Bend your right knee and place your right ankle on your left thigh, just above the knee.
  3. Grasp your left thigh with both hands and gently pull it towards your chest.
  4. Hold the stretch for 20-30 seconds.
  5. Release and repeat on the other side.

Muscles Worked

The Assisted Lying Glutes Stretch primarily targets the Glutes, with Hamstrings as the primary synergist muscle group.

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Equipment Alternatives

Don't have assisted? These target the same glutes with different equipment.

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FAQ

What muscles does the Assisted Lying Glutes Stretch work?
The Assisted Lying Glutes Stretch primarily targets the glutes, with the hamstrings as the main supporting muscle group.
What equipment do I need for the Assisted Lying Glutes Stretch?
The Assisted Lying Glutes Stretch is done with a assisted.
What's a good alternative to the Assisted Lying Glutes Stretch?
If you don't have access to a assisted, the Arms Apart Circular Toe Touch (male) targets the same glutes using body weight instead.