Technique
- Fold forward and place your hands on the ground or near your feet ( Pike position).
- Begin walking forward with small steps, bouncing lightly on the hands without fully standing up.
- Keep your torso folded and your hands close to the ground throughout the walk.
Form tips
- Keep your legs as straight as possible to maximize the hamstring stretch.
- Relax your neck and let your head hang down.
Logging: Alternate sides continuously.
Muscles
Flexibility
Primary
- Spine
- Glutes
- Hamstrings
Secondary
- Hip adductors
- Legs
- Pelvis
Equipment
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