Upper Back-Leg Grab

Upper Back-Leg Grab — Start position — Start position

Upper Back-Leg Grab — End position — End position

Region: Knee & Thigh
Equipment: None
Category: Stretching
Level: Beginner
Force: static

Muscles worked

hamstrings
lower back
middle back

Filled = primary · Outlined = secondary

Source: Free Exercise DB (public domain)

How to perform

While seated, bend forward to hug your thighs from underneath with both arms.
Keep your knees together and your legs extended out as you bring your chest down to your knees. You can also stretch your middle back by pulling your back away from your knees as your hugging them.

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