Hips

Hip Flexor Stretch

  • 25 seconds each side
  • Seated or kneeling on the floor
  • No equipment

Opens the front of the hips, tight from sitting.

Illustration of the hip flexor stretch: kneel on one knee with the other foot in front
Hip Flexor Stretch, as shown in the Stretch Minute app

How to do it

  1. Kneel on one knee with the other foot in front.
  2. Press your hips gently forward, keeping your torso upright.
  3. Hold for 25 seconds on each side, then switch, breathing slowly.

At a glance

Hold25 seconds on each side (3 seconds to switch)
PositionSeated or kneeling on the floor
Body areaHips
EquipmentNone
What it doesOpens the front of the hips, tight from sitting.

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Stretch gently and stop if anything hurts. Stretch Minute is not medical advice. If you are injured, pregnant or have a medical condition, check with a doctor first.