Lying Hip Flexor
Description
This exercise involves lying on your back and bringing one knee towards your chest while keeping the other leg straight. It stretches the hip flexor muscles and can help alleviate tightness and discomfort in the area.
Muscle Group
Equipment Required
Lying Hip Flexor Instructions
- Start by lying on your back with your knees bent and feet flat on the ground.
- Bring your right knee towards your chest and hold it with both hands.
- Slowly straighten your left leg along the ground, keeping your foot flexed.
- Hold this position for 15-30 seconds, feeling a stretch in your hip flexor.
- Release and switch sides, bringing your left knee towards your chest and straightening your right leg.
- Repeat on each side for 2-3 sets.
Lying Hip Flexor Form & Visual
Lying Hip Flexor Benefits
- Stretches and strengthens the hip flexor muscles
- Improves hip mobility and flexibility
- Reduces lower back pain and discomfort
- Helps to correct posture and alignment
- Can be modified for different levels of flexibility and fitness
Lying Hip Flexor Muscles Worked
- Rectus Femoris
- Iliopsoas
- Sartorius
Lying Hip Flexor Variations & Alternatives
- Standing Hip Flexor Stretch
- Kneeling Hip Flexor Stretch
- Butterfly Stretch
- Pigeon Pose
- Runner’s Lunge
