Leaning Abductor Stretch
Side-on to a wall with the near leg crossed behind, the hips push toward the wall until the outside of the hip and thigh stretch.
How to do it
Setup
Side-on to a wall, one hand on it, the leg nearer the wall crossed behind the other.
Steps
- Bend the front knee a little and keep the back leg straight.
- Push the hips toward the wall until the outer hip stretches.
- Hold and breathe, then switch legs.
Common mistakes
Hips drifting forward or back: they move straight sideways toward the wall. Bending the back knee: keep it straight so the stretch reaches the outer thigh. Chest twisting toward the wall: keep the shoulders square.
Breathing
Slow and even through the hold.
