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Lying Prone Quadriceps
Lie face down and bend one knee toward your glutes while your partner holds the knee and ankle. Push first, then relax.
- Difficulty
- Advanced
- Type
- Stretching
- Mechanic
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- Force direction
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- Muscles
- 1
Form sequence
01 · setup
Lay face down on the floor with your partner kneeling beside you. Flex one knee and raise that leg off the ground, attempting to touch your glutes with your foot. Your partner should hold the knee and ankle. This will be your starting position.
02 · push
Attempt to extend your knee while your partner prevents any actual movement.
03 · release · Key step
After 10-20 seconds, relax your muscles as your partner gently pushes the foot towards your glutes, further stretching the quadriceps and hip flexors.
04 · switch sides
After 10-20 seconds, switch sides.
