How to do the Kneeling Hip Flexor Stretch
Kneel on a mat and bring your right knee up so the bottom of your foot is on the floor and extend your left leg out behind you so the top of your foot is on the floor.
Shift your weight forward until you feel a stretch in your hip. Hold for 15 seconds, then repeat for your other side.
Sets and reps
| Goal | Sets | Reps | Rest |
|---|---|---|---|
| Holds | 3 | 20–60 s | 30 s |
Starting points from training research. Stop each set 1–3 reps short of failure.
Muscles worked
Primary
The front of your thighs straightens the knee. Squats, leg presses and lunges with deep knee bend build them; leg extensions isolate them.
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