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Hurdler's stretch

This stretch should not be performed by anyone with a history of knee or low-back pain or injury. Health professionals believe this stretch should not be performed by most patients or general wellness clients. [ID: hurdler_stretch]

Instructions

First time: Hold the stretch for 10 seconds or more

Steps:

1. Start position: Seated with your legs in front
2. Bend one leg back
3. Lean forward toward your front/straight leg and hold the stretch
4. Return to start position; repeat for other leg

Remember: Breath and relax. Don't bounce.

Little help

Video: demo of Hurdler's stretch, www.youtube.com/watch?v=6NYahj8CcKo

Video: note the leg position in this modified Hurdler's stretch, www.youtube.com/watch?v=IbngSHjIrAk

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