Lunge hip flexor stretching

Muscle Group:

Hip Flexors

Type:

Dynamic

Difficulty:

Beginner

Equipment:

None

Iliopsoas, Rectus Femoris, Hamstrings

Description

Similar to a lunge, make a big step forward with one leg, keep your other leg far back and go down with your hip (straight back) into the lunge. Rest there for 1-2 seconds and then go back up. Repeat this for the other leg.

Progression

Lean further into the stretch.

Feel sensation

Gentle stretch of your hip flexor.

Common mistakes

Holding the stretch for too long.