Dancer's Stretch

Dancer's Stretch — Start position — Start position

Dancer's Stretch — End position — End position

Region: Lumbar & Core
Equipment: None
Category: Stretching
Level: Beginner
Force: static

Muscles worked

lower back
abductors
glutes

Filled = primary · Outlined = secondary

Source: Free Exercise DB (public domain)

How to perform

Sit up on the floor.
Cross your right leg over your left, keeping the knee bent. Your left leg is straight and down on the floor.
Place your left arm on your right leg and your right hand on the floor.
Rotate your upper body to the right, and hold for 10-20 seconds. Switch sides.

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