lying (side) quads stretch
A static stretch performed lying on your side to target the quadriceps, often used to improve flexibility and reduce muscle tightness.
Difficulty
Equipment: Bodyweight
Duration: 45seconds
Calories: ~3/per minute
FLEXIBILITY
Target Muscle
quadsLOWER QUADS
Secondary Muscles
hamstrings
Instructions
- Lie on your side with your legs straight.
- Bend your top leg and grab your ankle or foot with your hand.
- Gently pull your ankle or foot towards your glutes until you feel a stretch in your quads.
- Hold the stretch for 20-30 seconds.
- Release the stretch and repeat on the other side.
