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iron cross stretch
Target

glutes

Equipment

body weight

iron cross stretch

upper legs

How to Perform the iron cross stretch

1

Lie flat on your back with your arms extended out to the sides.

2

Raise your legs up towards the ceiling, keeping them straight.

3

Slowly lower your legs to one side, aiming to touch the floor with your feet.

4

Hold the stretch for a few seconds, then return your legs to the starting position.

5

Repeat the stretch on the other side.

6

Continue alternating sides for the desired number of repetitions.

Secondary Muscles

hamstringsquadriceps