Lying Down Glute Stretch

Lying Down Glute Stretch

This page provides details for the Lying Down Glute Stretch or Lying Glute Stretch. The Lying Down Glute Stretch is also known as the Figure 4 Stretch.

This stretch technique helps to stretch muscles such as the gluteships and lower back. This stretch also helps to improve the flexibility needed for high kicks (i.e. axe kicks). For high axe kicks, martial artists should also work on their hamstring stretches.

All stretches should be supervised by a trained instructor in order to prevent injuries and to ensure the proper technique is utilized. For additional martial arts stretches targeting other areas of the body, please visit the main Martial Arts Stretches page.

Instructional Video for the Lying Down Glute Stretch