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Lying Hip Flexor Stretch
The Lying Hip Flexor Stretch is a bodyweight and mat exercise that targets the hip flexors, with the quads and glutes assisting. Follow the 7 steps below and watch the demo to check your form.
- Target muscles
- Hip flexors
- Equipment
- Bodyweight, Mat
- Body part
- Upper legs, Waist
Step by step
- Lie on your back near the edge of a bench or mat with one leg hanging off.
- Pull the opposite knee toward your chest to stabilize your pelvis.
- Allow the hanging leg to drop downward to stretch the hip flexor.
- Keep your lower back relaxed and shoulders on the floor.
- Hold the stretch for the desired duration.
- Maintain slow, steady breathing.
- Switch legs and repeat.
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