How to Do the Upper Back-Leg Grab

Beginner · Bodyweight · Targets Hamstrings, Lower Back, Middle Back

Upper Back-Leg Grab demonstration
💪 Hamstrings, Lower Back, Middle Back🏋️ Bodyweight📊 Beginner🏷️ Stretching

How to perform it

  1. While seated, bend forward to hug your thighs from underneath with both arms.
  2. 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.

Muscles worked

The Upper Back-Leg Grab primarily targets your Hamstrings, with support from your Lower Back, Middle Back. No equipment needed — train it anywhere.

Make it count toward your goal

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