Roll Rectus Femoris
Description
The roll rectus femoris is a self-myofascial release drill that uses a foam roller along the front of the thigh. The lifter lies face down and rolls the front quad area over the roller. The move releases tightness in the rectus femoris and hip flexors.
Muscle Group
Equipment Required
Roll Rectus Femoris Instructions
- Place a foam roller on the floor.
- Lie face down with one thigh on top of the roller.
- Support the upper body on the forearms.
- Brace your core and keep the back flat.
- Roll the front of the thigh slowly over the roller.
- Stop on tight spots and hold for several seconds.
- Continue rolling from the hip down to the knee.
- Switch legs and repeat on the other thigh.
Roll Rectus Femoris Form & Visual
Roll Rectus Femoris Benefits
- Releases quad tightness
- Useful warm-up drill
- Strong recovery move
- Easy to add to any session
- Builds quad mobility
- Releases hip flexor tension
Roll Rectus Femoris Muscles Worked
- Quadriceps
- Hip flexors
- Adductors
Roll Rectus Femoris Variations & Alternatives
- Foam Roll IT Band
- Foam Roll Hamstrings
- Lacrosse Ball Quad
- Couch Stretch
