Kneeling Hip Flexor Stretch
Execution Guide
- Kneel on one knee with the opposite foot planted in front, knee at 90 degrees.
- Keep your torso upright and core engaged.
- Gently push your hips forward until you feel a stretch in the front of the back hip.
- Hold for 20-30 seconds.
- Switch sides and repeat.
Range of Motion
Kneeling position to hips pushed forward with a deep hip flexor stretch.
Common Mistakes to Avoid
- ×Leaning forward instead of keeping the torso upright
- ×Letting the front knee travel past the toes
- ×Not engaging the glutes to deepen the stretch
Prescription
3Sets
10-15Reps
Rest intervalNone
Goal
Stretch the hip flexors and improve hip mobility
Difficulty
Beginner
Burn (10m)
5-10
Equipment
Exercise Mat
Anatomy
Primary
Hip Flexors (Iliopsoas)
Secondary
QuadricepsRectus Femoris