Side lying hip flexor stretch (assisted, contract-relax)

Preparation:

Position partner and yourself as pictured.

How to Do:

1. Gently extend your hip until the first resistance barrier is felt, hold for 20-30 seconds.
2. Next, partner should instruct you to contract the hip flexors statically.
3. Hold at first resistance barrier for 20 to 30 seconds, and then statically contract for 5 to 7 seconds.
4. Relax and move into newly acquired range of motion.
5. Repeat for 2 to 3 reps.