How to do the hurdler stretch

Instructions for hurdler:

Start from a seated position on the floor with your legs out in front of you.
Bend your right leg, dropping your right knee toward the ground and bringing your right heel in toward your groin.
With your left leg extended straight out in front of you, lean forward to grab your left foot or lower leg with both of your hands.

What does hurdler help with?

Flexibility

What areas does hurdler exercise?

Hamstrings, Glutes, Groin, Lower Back, Calves

How is hurdler performed?

Floor

When should you avoid hurdler?

Osteoporosis

Other stretches to explore:

Leg Lift
Strength

Leg Lift

Start lying flat on your back with your legs strai...

Good For:
Downward Dog
Flexibility

Downward Dog

Start on your hands and knees with your wrists und...

Good For:
Neck Roll
Flexibility

Neck Roll

Start sitting with your back straight and arms res...

Good For:
Diver
Flexibility

Diver

Sitting down in a chair, lock your hands and stret...

Good For:
Shoulder Stand
Flexibility

Shoulder Stand

Lying on your back, lift your legs and hips off th...

Good For:
Wall Pike
Strength

Wall Pike

Start on your hands and knees about a foot away fr...

Good For:
Dead Bug
Strength

Dead Bug

Start lying flat on your back with your legs strai...

Good For:
Bird Dog
Strength

Bird Dog

Start on your hands and knees with your knees hip-...

Good For:
Hand Plank
Strength

Hand Plank

Start on the floor in a push up position. Ground y...

Good For:
Knees Hugs
Flexibility

Knees Hugs

Stand with your feet shoulder-width apart. Engage ...

Good For:

Discover Workouts that include hurdler: