This exercise is like the half kneeling hip flexor stretch, which is good for stretching glutes and quads. However, using a chair helps stretch quads to a greater extent. Step 1 – Start by kneeling on the yoga mat, but unlike half kneeling hip flexor stretch, ensure that one of the legs is on the chair, which would not be moved forward. Step 2 – Move one of your feet forward like in lunges, ensuring that the knee is directly above the ankle. Now place both the hands on the knee of the extended leg. Step 3 – Stretch your hip flexor by moving forward. At the same time, squeeze the glutes of other hips. Step 4 – Hold the position for 30-45 seconds Repeat 6-8 times 3 sets in a row Once-daily 5 days a week
Wisler Saint-Vil, MD
Sports Medicine Physician
Marietta Memorial Sports Medicine
department medical director