Figure 4 Stretch - Piriformis and Glutes Stretch
Exercise Overview
The Figure 4 Stretch is a gentle hip stretch commonly used to target the piriformis and gluteal muscles. It helps improve hip flexibility, reduce buttock tightness, and may relieve symptoms related to limited hip mobility or sciatic-type irritation.
Muscles Involved
PiriformisGluteus maximusGluteus mediusGluteus minimusDeep hip external rotators
Related Conditions
Piriformis syndromeGluteal tightnessHip stiffnessSciatica-like symptomsPosterior hip pain