How to Do
How to Do Standing Hip Flexor Stretch, Active
The Standing Hip Flexor Stretch Active should begin with good posture to avoid injury. Brace the spine by drawing your lower abdomen inward. Your core muscles should be activated to support your posture as you perform the exercise.
If any pain is experienced, immediately stop the Standing Hip Flexor Stretch Active.
Beginning
Beginning Standing Hip Flexor Stretch
1. Stand with your feet shoulder width apart and your hands on your hips.
2. Step back about a foot and a half with your right foot.
Movement
Standing Hip Flexor Stretch Movement
1. Lean forward several inches by bending your left knee slightly and raising your right heel off the ground.
2. Squeeze your right glute in this position. A stretch should be felt at the top of your thigh. Hold the position for 30 to 90 seconds.
3. Repeat on the other side, this time stepping the left leg back.
Benefits
Standing Hip Flexor Stretch Benefits
Improved hip flexibility.
Increased stride length.
Back sway has been reduced (large inward curve in the lower back)
Pain in the lower back, hip, groin, and/or knee has been reduced.
