How to do the cross leg fold stretch

Instructions for cross leg fold:

Start from a standing position with your feet hip-width apart and your toes facing forward.

Cross one foot over the other, then gently fold forward at the hips while reaching down toward the floor and keeping a straight spine.

What does cross leg fold help with?

Flexibility

What areas does cross leg fold exercise?

Hamstrings, Hips, Lower Back

How is cross leg fold performed?

Standing

When should you avoid cross leg fold?

Vertigo, Pregnancy, Herniated Disc, Sciatica

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Discover Workouts that include cross leg fold:

Hamstrings 1

A series of stretches designed to increase flexibility in the hamstrings.

3 mins

Hamstrings 2

A series of stretches designed to increase flexibility in the hamstrings.

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Hamstrings 3

A series of stretches designed to increase flexibility in the hamstrings.

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