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Lying (side) quads stretch

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.

A static stretch performed lying on your side to target the quadriceps, often used to improve flexibility and reduce muscle tightness.

A static stretch performed lying on your side to target the quadriceps, often used to improve flexibility and reduce muscle tightness.

How to Do the Lying (side) quads stretch

How to Do the Lying (side) quads stretch

How to Do the Lying (side) quads stretch

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.

Difficulty

Beginner

Category

Stretching

Target Muscle

Quads

Quads

Secondary Muscles

hamstrings

Equipment

Body weight

Body Part

Upper legs

Related Exercises

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All fours squad stretch

Chair leg extended stretch

Squat to overhead reach

Assisted prone lying quads stretch

Intermediate hip flexor and quad stretch

Split squats

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