Main musclesMinor muscles
Long loop band
Banded hip flexor stretch
Where the band goes: Low around a sturdy post and around the front of your hip
You also need: Sturdy post or rack
BandLong loop band
Power band, pull-up band
Power band, pull-up band
Main musclesHip flexors
Minor musclesGlutes
LevelBeginner
Try2 holds of 30 seconds each side
How to do it
- Loop the band low around a post and step one leg into it so it sits high on the front of that hip.
- Walk away from the post until the band pulls.
- Kneel down on the knee of the banded leg, with your other foot flat on the floor in front.
- Push your hips gently forward, squeeze the glute of the kneeling leg and hold.
TipKeep your torso tall.
AvoidArching your lower back to go deeper.
