# How to do the hip flexor stretch

Source: https://stretchminute.com/stretches/hip-flexor-stretch

Opens the front of the hips, tight from sitting.

![Hip Flexor Stretch](https://stretchminute.com/img/stretches/hip-flexor-stretch.webp)

## 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.

## At a glance

- Hold: 25 seconds on each side
- Position: Seated or kneeling on the floor
- Body area: Hips
- Equipment: None
- In routines: [Post-Workout Cool-Down](https://stretchminute.com/routines/cool-down), [Full Body](https://stretchminute.com/routines/full-body), [Hips](https://stretchminute.com/routines/hips), [Posture Reset](https://stretchminute.com/routines/posture-reset)

Stretch gently and stop if anything hurts. Stretch Minute is not medical advice.