Supported One-Leg Standing Hip Flexor and Knee Extensor Stretch
Standing on one leg with the back foot's instep on a chair seat, bend the standing knee to lower the hips; the front of the back thigh and hip stretch.
How to do it
Setup
Standing a stride in front of a chair, the back foot's instep on the seat, arms by the sides.
Steps
- Bend the standing knee and let the hips sink straight down.
- Keep the chest up and the pelvis tucked.
- Hold and breathe, then switch legs.
Common mistakes
Leaning the chest forward: stay upright so the stretch reaches the hip. Standing knee caving in: keep it over the middle toes. Back foot perched on its toes: rest the whole instep on the seat.
Breathing
Slow and even through the hold.
