Standing Figure-4 Stretch
Glutes · Abductors · Hip flexors · Bodyweight
How to do it
- Stand tall, feet hip-width apart, holding a wall or support if needed for balance.
- Shift weight onto one foot and cross the opposite ankle over that thigh, just above the knee, foot flexed.
- Keep the torso tall and chest lifted.
- Press the hips back and bend the standing knee, lowering into a partial squat until a stretch is felt in the crossed leg's hip and glute.
- Hold for the set time.
- Stand back up and switch sides.
- Primary muscle
- Glutes
- Secondary muscles
- Abductors · Hip flexors
- Equipment
- Bodyweight
- Sides
- One side at a time