Also known as Pronated Hip Flexor Stretch
Main Muscle TargetedQuadriceps
Exercise TypeStretching
Auxiliary Muscles WorkedQuadriceps
EquipmentNone
Mechanics TypeNone
Exercise LevelIntermediate
Applied ForceStatic
Sport
Male Version
Female Version
Male variant
Male variant
Female variant
Female variant

Instructions

1) Start off on your hands and knees, then lift your leg off the floor and hold the foot with your hand.
2) Use your hand to hold the foot or ankle, keeping the knee fully flexed, stretching the quadriceps and hip flexors.
3) Focus on extending your hips, thrusting them towards the floor. Hold for 10-20 seconds and then switch sides.

Alternative Exercises

None defined


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