Form cues
- Knees together
- Relax neck
- Do not force
- Hips flat
Exercise
Lying Quadriceps Stretch
Upper legs, body weight
A stretch for the quadriceps performed lying on the stomach for maximal knee flexion.
Target: quadriceps. Also works: hip flexors.
This one is filed as mobility. It shows in warm-up and cool-down, and in search.
Steps
- Lie on your stomach with legs extended.
- Bend one knee, bringing heel toward glute.
- Reach back and grasp ankle with hand.
- Gently pull heel closer to glute until a stretch is felt.
- Hold, then switch sides.
Common mistakes
- Pulling too hard
- Letting pelvis lift
- Knee splaying out
Breathing
Exhale as you pull, inhale to release.
In the app, search for Lying Quadriceps Stretch and add it to a workout.