How to Do
How to Do Side Lying Hip Flexor Stretch Assisted, Active Isolated
Partner should instruct you to actively go as far into hip extension as can be controlled.
Once the end range of motion is achieved, the partner should gently assist a few degrees further, hold for 1-2 seconds, relax and repeat for 10 reps.
Beginning
Beginning Side Lying Hip Flexor Stretch
Position yourself and your partner as pictured.
Movement
Side Lying Hip Flexor Stretch Movement
On the floor in a comfortable side lying position with your knees approximately at the height of your hips, use your top arm to take hold of your top ankle then you slowly bring your leg behind you until you feel the tension across the front of your thighs and hips. The purpose of your lower leg is to keep your back into a nice straight position preventing it from arching. Hold the stretch for 30 seconds and return slowly to the beginning and repeat on the opposite side.
Benefits
Side Lying Hip Flexor Stretch Benefits
Regular stretches can help keep your hip flexors loose and prevent injuries.
Exercise Aliases
Hip External Rotation, Lying Hip Flexor Stretch, Isolated Quadriceps Stretch.
