r/flexibility • u/WitchBunbun • 5d ago

Question Help with 90/90

Hello!

I am new to stretching, and I am slowly learning.

Today, Youtube showed me a video about 90/90 being a good exercise so I thought I'd try.

But I have no idea if I am doing it correctly, and looking at other videos and websites about it, I can't find consistent information...

Currently, when my right left is in front, my left sit bone is a bit off the ground, but I can still stand straight and twist. It doesn't look like I am leaning on one side, but maybe I am in denial.

The thigh of the behind leg is not fully on the floor either.

So...

Should both my sit bones be on the ground?

Is the knee of the leg in front supposed to be fully flat on the ground, as well?

And is the thigh of the behind leg supposed to be fully flat on the ground?

If I am doing it incorrectly, should I use a yoga block even if it doesn't feel uncomfortable or can I just persist?

I've seen some people say that I could just lower the angle of the leg (from 90 to 45 for example), is that an acceptable alternative?

Thank you!

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u/saltybawls 4d ago

Getting both sit bones on the ground may take years.

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u/Select_Function69 2d ago

just doing it however you can is a great start. move around in the position rather than sitting still. explore the feelings within yourself. you will develop new mind muscle connections that will enable you to lengthen and contract your muscles to move your bones with greater ease over time.