Seated and standing forward bend
Seated and Standing forward bend can worsen stiffness in your hamstrings, pelvis, and lower back. It can also lead to stress or tightness in regions where the sciatic nerve innervates.
Hurdler stretch
The Hurdler stretch puts pressure on your hamstrings, hips, and back. It involves twisting your pelvis, which adds more stress to your back as you move forward.
Supine leg circles
Supine leg circles is a Pilate exercise that involves moving your leg in a circular pattern. It adds pressure and stress to your hamstring and can worsen pain and irritation of the sciatic nerve. It can also lead to a hamstring injury [2].