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Seated Straddle Fold | Self-stretch in 3D

Seated Straddle Fold: seated (floor), inner thighs and back of the thighs. Preparation, 4 movement phases, points to check and cautions, with a 3D model you can pause and rotate.

Pilates Motion Atlas editorial teamUpdated September 30, 2026

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A schematic 3D view of Seated Straddle Fold — One moment from the lesson model. Open 3D to follow the whole movement from any angle.

Position and focus

Seated (floor) · Inner thighs and back of the thighs

A self-stretch for the inner thighs and back of the thighs. Support your body and stay within a comfortable range.

Starting position

Sit on the floor with the legs open as wide as is comfortable and the toes pointing up.

Movement phases

1. Get ready

Place the hands on the floor in front of you and sit tall.

2. Lean forwards

Without rounding the back, tip forwards from the hips and walk the hands forwards.

3. Hold the stretch

Stop where you feel a stretch in the inner and back thighs, and breathe easily.

4. Return

Walk the hands back and sit upright.

What to check yourself

Check that the back is not rounding and the kneecaps and toes are not rolling inwards.

Caution

Stop if you feel sharp pain, numbness, dizziness, shortness of breath or anxiety. If you are receiving treatment, recovering from surgery or pregnant, check with your healthcare professional first.

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