This stretch is great for loosening tight muscles that directly influence the low back.

To perform the lateral gluteus maximus stretch:

1. Lie comfortably face up on the floor with your legs straight.
2. Internally rotate your right leg as far as you can so that the toes on your right foot are pointing towards your left foot.
3. Raise your right leg while bending your right knee to 90°.
4. Cross your right leg over your body towards the bottom of your left breast. Make sure you maintain the internal rotation from step 2. Your right hip should come off the floor but your shoulders should maintain contact with the floor at all times.
5. Use your hands to gently apply an additional 1 lb. of force to the stretch.
6. Hold this position for 1.5 - 2 seconds then return to the starting position.

Repeat the above steps for a total of 1 - 2 sets of 10 - 15 repetitions on both the right and left side.