Step by step instructions, muscle activation and variants for the Sitting Crossed Legged Reach Forward Stretch.
A seated stretch performed cross-legged on the floor where you reach both arms forward along the ground to lengthen the lower back and mid-back. The crossed-leg position also provides a gentle stretch for the glutes and outer hips.
The Sitting Crossed Legged Reach Forward Stretch 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.
