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Hamstrings · Intermediate

Wide Leg Forward Fold Twist

Controlled flexibility drill to improve comfortable range of motion.

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Wide Leg Forward Fold Twist demonstration

Exercise overview

Training details

HamstringsAdductorsObliquesUpper Back

Equipment

Bodyweight

Sets × time

2 × 30 sec

Rest

45 sec

How to perform it

Step-by-step instructions

  1. 01Stand with the feet wide and toes pointing forward or slightly outward.
  2. 02Hinge from the hips and place one hand on the floor, a block, or directly beneath the chest.
  3. 03Rotate the upper back and reach the opposite arm toward the ceiling.
  4. 04Keep both legs active, the hips level, and the spine long rather than forcing the twist.
  5. 05Return the raised hand to the support and repeat on the other side.

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