Pretzel (Advanced Buttock) Stretch

The pretzel stretch is a strong stretch to the buttock region. It also has the advantage of providing a light traction to the lumbar spine.

The trick to getting it right is to make sure one of your hands reaches between your legs and the other goes around the legs.

Make certain that your head is resting on something like shown in the photo. Otherwise you will be calling us to fix your neck!!

Hold for 30-45 seconds.

For all exercises and stretches on this blog, please ensure you are taught how to perform the exercise by a qualified member of Original Osteopathy. We accept no responsibility for any exercise attempted that we have not shown you! If you have been shown the exercise and experience any unexpected symptoms, discontinue and contact Original Osteopathy.