Standing Hip Flexor With Chair

September is here! This month’s WOW’s will focus on stretching out the hip flexors. The hip flexors are a group of muscles that bring your thigh towards your stomach. These muscles have the tendency to become weak and tight if you sit or have poor posture.

Regular practice of stretching and strengthening the hip flexors will improve posture, core strength, and decrease hip pain.

Exercise: Standing hip flexor stretch w/chair.

How to perform: Stand up tall and place your right foot on a chair and gently lean forward while keeping the spine upright and left foot flat on the ground. You should feel a deep stretch in the left hip flexor and inner groin.

Duration: Hold for 30 seconds and repeat on both sides.