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Couch Stretch 101 Video Tutorial

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Couch Stretch
Couch Stretch

Exercise Synopsis

Target Muscle Group

Quads

Secondary Targets

Execution

Isolation

Force Type

Core

Required Equipment

Body Weight

Fitness Level

Beginner

Variations

Alternatives

Timer

Hour

Minute

Second

Stopwatch

00:00:00:00

Overview

The couch stretch is an exercise targeting the quadriceps muscles, located on the front of the thighs. To perform this stretch, sit on the edge of a couch with your legs extended in front of you. Bend your right knee and place your right foot on the couch. Grasp your right ankle with your right hand and pull your foot towards your body until you feel a stretch in your quadriceps. Hold the stretch for 30 seconds and then repeat on the other side.

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Variations

Variations of fitness exercises refer to different ways of performing a specific exercise or movement to target various muscle groups, intensities, or goals. These variations aim to challenge the body differently, prevent plateaus, and cater to individuals with varying fitness levels.

EQUIPMENT

Body Weight

EXECUTION

Compound

FITNESS LEVEL

Intermediate

Alternatives

Alternative exercises in fitness refer to different movements or activities that target similar muscle groups or serve the same training purpose as the primary exercise. These alternative exercises can be used as substitutes when the original exercise is unavailable or challenging to perform due to various reasons such as equipment limitations, injuries, or personal preferences.

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