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Kneeling Hip Flexor Stretch
A half-kneeling stretch that opens the hip flexors of the rear leg by pressing the hips forward.
What this exercise works
- Muscles
- hip flexors · adductors · quadriceps
- Goals
- mobility
- Equipment
- No equipment
- Category
- Stretching
- Difficulty
- beginner
Demonstration
Step 1
How to perform the movement
- Kneel on one knee with the other foot flat in front.
- Keep your torso upright and core gently braced.
- Press your hips forward until the front of the rear hip stretches.
- Hold for 20 to 30 seconds, breathing steadily.
- Switch sides and repeat.
Technique cues and common mistakes
- Squeeze the glute of the kneeling leg to protect the lower back.
- Avoid arching your lower back.