The Lying Leg Tuck Hip Stretch is a yoga-inspired exercise that involves lying on your back and bringing your knees towards your chest, then gently rocking side to side to stretch the hips and lower back. It helps to release tension and improve flexibility in these areas.
Type
Flexibility
Equipment
No Equipment
Difficulty
Intermediate
Key Benefits
- Improves hip mobility and flexibility
- Stretches the hip flexors, glutes, and lower back muscles
- Reduces lower back pain and discomfort
- Strengthens the core muscles
- Improves posture and balance
How to perform
- Start by lying on your back with your legs straight out in front of you.
- Bend your right knee and bring it towards your chest, holding onto your shin with both hands.
- Slowly bring your right knee across your body towards your left shoulder, keeping your left leg straight on the ground.
- Hold the stretch for 10-15 seconds, feeling the stretch in your hip and lower back.
- Release the stretch and repeat on the other side, bringing your left knee towards your right shoulder.
- Repeat the stretch on both sides for 2-3 sets, holding each stretch for 10-15 seconds.
FRONT VIEW
BACK VIEW
Abs
Primary
Obliques
Primary
Hip Flexors
Primary