Foam Roll Hip Stretch
Description
The foam roll hip stretch uses a foam roller placed under the hips while lying face down or on the side. The roller applies pressure to release tight hip muscles. It is a popular mobility tool used by lifters and athletes to undo hours of sitting and prepare the hips for training.
Muscle Group
Equipment Required
Foam Roll Hip Stretch Instructions
- Place a foam roller on the floor.
- Lie face down with the roller under your hip flexors.
- Support your weight on your forearms.
- Cross one leg behind the other for stability.
- Slowly roll your hips over the roller from the top of the thigh to the hip bone.
- Pause on any tight spots and breathe through them.
- Continue rolling for a comfortable duration.
- Switch sides and repeat.
Foam Roll Hip Stretch Form & Visual
Foam Roll Hip Stretch Benefits
- Releases tight hip flexors
- Improves hip mobility
- Useful before lower body training
- Great for desk workers
- Reduces hip soreness
Foam Roll Hip Stretch Muscles Worked
- Hip flexors
- Hips
- Quadriceps
Foam Roll Hip Stretch Variations & Alternatives
- Foam Roll Quads
- Foam Roll Glutes
- Couch Stretch
- Hip Flexor Stretch
