# How to do the standing outer hip stretch

Source: https://stretchminute.com/stretches/standing-outer-hip-stretch

Stretches the outer hip and thigh.

![Standing Outer Hip Stretch](https://stretchminute.com/img/stretches/standing-outer-hip-stretch.webp)

## How to do it

1. Cross one foot over the other.
2. Push the back hip out to the side and lean away from it.
3. Hold for 20 seconds on each side, then switch.

## At a glance

- Hold: 20 seconds on each side
- Position: Standing
- Body area: Hips
- Equipment: None
- In routines: [Hips](https://stretchminute.com/routines/hips)

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