Sitting Toe Touch (female)

Sitting Toe Touch demonstration gif

Instructions:

  • 1Sit on the floor with your knees straight and feet pointed towards the ceiling
  • 2Lean forward from your waist and reach towards your toes with your hands
  • 3Hold for a count of 10 before slowly returning to the starting position
  • 4Repeat these movements without bouncing or using jerking movements
  • 5Try to go a little farther each time without straining

Tips:

  • You should feel a stretch and not any pain, so don't push your limits too much
  • Keeping your knees as straight as possible will increase the effectiveness of this exercise
  • Inhale as you reach for your toes and exhale as you return to starting position
  • Ensure to keep your back flat when bending forward

Sitting Toe Touch Muscles Worked

Arms

Back

Core

Legs