How to do it
- Kneel on one knee with the other foot in front.
- Press your hips gently forward, keeping your torso upright.
- Hold for 25 seconds on each side, then switch, breathing slowly.
At a glance
| Hold | 25 seconds on each side (3 seconds to switch) |
|---|---|
| Position | Seated or kneeling on the floor |
| Body area | Hips |
| Equipment | None |
| What it does | Opens the front of the hips, tight from sitting. |
In these routines
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Post-Workout Cool-Down
7 min · 9 stretches
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Full Body
9 min · 12 stretches
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Hips
6 min · 7 stretches
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Posture Reset
5 min · 7 stretches
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.
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Butterfly Stretch
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