Step by step instructions, muscle activation and variants for the Single Leg Stretch (Bent Knee).
A classic Pilates exercise performed lying on your back with the head and shoulders curled off the mat. One knee is drawn in to the chest while the opposite leg extends, then the legs switch in a continuous alternating rhythm to deeply engage the abdominals and core.
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The Single Leg Stretch (Bent Knee) is a foundational movement that builds strength and muscle through controlled, progressive overload. Train it 1 to 2 times per week with 3 to 5 working sets per session, gradually adding weight or reps as form holds up.