Basic Toe Touch Exercise Guide
Exercise Profile
- Target
- Hamstrings
- Equipment
- Body weight
- Body Part
- Hips, Waist
- Primary Muscle
- Hamstrings
- Secondary Muscles
- Pectoralis Major Clavicular Head, Obliques, Soleus, Serratus Anterior, Deltoid Lateral, Deltoid Anterior, Gastrocnemius, Gluteus Maximus, Erector Spinae
- Intensity
- low
- Category
- stretching
- Skill Level
- beginner
- Estimated Calories
- 2.5
- Alternate Names
- Toe Touch Stretch
How to: Basic Toe Touch
- Stand with your feet shoulder-width apart.
- Inhale deeply and raise your arms overhead.
- As you exhale, hinge at the hips and reach for your toes.
- Keep your back straight and neck in line with your spine.
- Hold the position for 15-30 seconds, breathing deeply.
Common Mistakes
- Bending the knees too much, which reduces the stretch.
- Holding the breath instead of breathing deeply.
- Overreaching, which can lead to injuries.
Modifications
- Perform the stretch while seated on the ground to reduce strain.
- Use a yoga strap around your feet to assist in reaching.
Tips
- Keep your knees slightly bent if you have tight hamstrings.
- Focus on reaching your hands towards your toes without straining.
- Breathe deeply and relax into the stretch.
Basic Toe Touch Alternatives
Tags
flexibility
hamstrings
stretch
beginner
waist
hips