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Lateral Glute Side-Lying Stretch

Lie on your side, bring the top knee forward to the floor in front of you while keeping the bottom leg extended, and feel the stretch in the outer glute and hip.

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How to do the Lateral Glute Side-Lying Stretch

  1. Lie on your side.
  2. Bring the top knee forward to the floor in front of you while keeping the bottom leg extended.
  3. And feel the stretch in the outer glute and hip.

What it targets

Primary muscle groups: Glutes, Hips.

Commonly included in conservative-care programs for: Piriformis Syndrome, IT Band Syndrome, Hip Bursitis.

Body Fix walks you through the Lateral Glute Side-Lying Stretch with a guided timer, demo video, and progressions. Free on iOS.

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This page is for educational purposes and is not a substitute for medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment. See peer-reviewed sources for these recommendations, and always consult a qualified healthcare provider for new, severe, or persistent symptoms.