Side Lunge Adductor Stretch
Description
This exercise involves stepping to the side and bending one knee while keeping the other leg straight. The stretch targets the inner thigh muscles (adductors) of the bent leg. Hold the stretch for a few seconds before switching sides.
Muscle Group
Equipment Required
Side Lunge Adductor Stretch Instructions
- Stand with your feet hip-width apart and your hands on your hips.
- Take a big step to the right with your right foot, keeping your left foot in place.
- Bend your right knee and push your hips back as you lower your body into a lunge position.
- Keep your left leg straight and your left foot firmly planted on the ground.
- Hold the stretch for 10-15 seconds, feeling the stretch in your inner thigh and groin area.
- Slowly return to the starting position and repeat on the other side.
- Complete 2-3 sets of 10-15 repetitions on each side.
Side Lunge Adductor Stretch Form & Visual
Side Lunge Adductor Stretch Benefits
- Increases flexibility in the inner thighs and groin area
- Improves hip mobility and range of motion
- Helps to prevent injury in the lower body
- Can alleviate lower back pain by stretching the muscles in the hips and glutes
- Can be modified to target different areas of the legs and hips
Side Lunge Adductor Stretch Muscles Worked
- Adductor muscles
- Gluteus maximus
- Quadriceps
- Hamstrings
- Calves
Side Lunge Adductor Stretch Variations & Alternatives
- Side Lunge Adductor Stretch with Twist
- Side Lunge Adductor Stretch with Arm Reach
- Side Lunge Adductor Stretch with Overhead Reach
- Side Lunge Adductor Stretch with Calf Raise
- Side Lunge Adductor Stretch with Hip Opener