How to do the wide leg bend stretch

Instructions for wide leg bend:

From a standing position, keep your toes pointed forward and widen your stance while maintaining stability.
Keeping a slight bend in the knees, gently fold forward at the hips and touch the floor with your fingers or palms.
If possible, continue to reach further back to deepen the stretch.

What does wide leg bend help with?

Flexibility

What areas does wide leg bend exercise?

Lower Back, Hamstrings, Calves, Groin, Hips

How is wide leg bend performed?

Standing

When should you avoid wide leg bend?

Vertigo, Dizziness, Pregnancy, Osteoporosis, Herniated Disc, Sciatica, High Blood Pressure, Heart Condition

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