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Standing Hip Flexor Stretch

Stand tall, take a large step forward with one foot, squeeze the glute of the back leg, and tilt your pelvis forward to feel the stretch in the front of the back hip. Alternate sides.

30s each sideIntermediateStandingNo equipment

How to do the Standing Hip Flexor Stretch

  1. Stand tall.
  2. Take a large step forward with one foot.
  3. Squeeze the glute of the back leg.
  4. And tilt your pelvis forward to feel the stretch in the front of the back hip. Alternate sides.

What it targets

Primary muscle groups: Hips, Quads.

Commonly included in conservative-care programs for: Lower Back Pain, Hip Bursitis.

Body Fix walks you through the Standing Hip Flexor Stretch with a guided timer, demo video, and progressions. Free on iOS.

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This page is for educational purposes and is not a substitute for medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment. See peer-reviewed sources for these recommendations, and always consult a qualified healthcare provider for new, severe, or persistent symptoms.