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Groin and Back Stretch

How to do the Groin and Back Stretch with correct form, the muscles it works, and where it fits a training plan you actually stick to.

CompoundIntermediateStatic
Primary muscles

Adductors

Secondary

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Equipment

Bodyweight

Step by step

How to do the Groin and Back Stretch

  1. 1

    Sit on the floor with your knees bent and feet together.

  2. 2

    Interlock your fingers behind your head. This will be your starting position.

  3. 3

    Curl downwards, bringing your elbows to the inside of your thighs. After a brief pause, return to the starting position with your head up and your back straight. Repeat for 10-20 repetitions.

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Where the Groin and Back Stretch fits

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FAQ

Groin and Back Stretch: common questions

What muscles does the Groin and Back Stretch work?

The Groin and Back Stretch primarily works the Adductors.

Is the Groin and Back Stretch suitable for beginners?

The Groin and Back Stretch is an intermediate-level exercise. It's best once you've built a base of general strength and movement control, beginners can work up to it.

What equipment do I need for the Groin and Back Stretch?

None. The Groin and Back Stretch is a bodyweight exercise, so you can do it without any equipment.

Is the Groin and Back Stretch a compound or isolation exercise?

The Groin and Back Stretch is a compound exercise, it moves multiple joints and works several muscle groups at once, which makes it efficient for building overall strength.

How do I do the Groin and Back Stretch with correct form?

Sit on the floor with your knees bent and feet together. Follow the full step-by-step above for the complete movement.

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