How to Do a Yoga Quad Stretch

Keeping the body flexible and limber is important if you want to reduce the risk of injuries. This is especially true even if you're not an athlete. People suffer back sprains or muscle spasms even while performing the most routine, everyday activities. Reduce the risks of injuries by exercising regularly. If you don't have the time to do a rigorous workout routine, there are quick stretching exercises you can perform that will take only a few minutes. The yoga quad stretch loosens your hip flexors and quadriceps and helps flexes your body.

Difficulty: Moderately Easy

Instructions

Things You'll Need:

• Mat

1. Place a mat down on the floor or ground. Make sure you have enough room to work out.

2. Kneel on the mat and bring your left leg forward, while bending the knee.

3. Stretch your right leg backwards so that you feel pressure in your quads.

4. Keep your torso straight and erect. Don't bend backwards or forwards. Always keep your balance throughout this exercise.

5. Thrust your hips forward, keeping them straight ahead during the length of the exercise.

6. Hold this position for 30 seconds, while breathing naturally.

7. Switch leg positions, then hold for another 30 seconds. In all, this exercise should take a minute to complete.

Resources

• More hip flexor tips on Laurenfitness.com
• Yoga Journal website

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