Things You'll Need:
- Carpeting, soft matting or gym towel
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Step 1
Perform stretches for the groin area before running or any other heavy physical exercise to increase flexibility, improve performance and prevent injury.
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Step 2
Cushion your body by sitting on carpeting or on a soft mat or gym towel. Sit cross-legged on the floor with your back straight and your neck and shoulders relaxed.
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Step 3
Place the soles of your feet together and imagine that there is a string pulling from the top of your head, making your spine straight and long. Lean forward, without adding too much curve to your back, and cup your toes with your hands.
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Step 4
Push your knees down slightly as you lean forward and actively roll your pelvis, or the tops of your hip bones forward. Extend the stretch only until you feel the pressure in the groin area, being very careful not to overstretch or strain the muscles.
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Step 5
Hold the stretch for 30 seconds in a comfortable position, breathing slowly and deeply. You can deepen the stretch by sliding your feet closer towards your groin. Be very careful to hold the stretch steady without bouncing, and keep all of your movements smooth and easy. Perform this stretch both before and after your exercise routine to add bounce to the legs and prevent injury.
