lying (side) quads stretch
lying (side) quads stretch exercise guide with muscles, equipment, animation and step-by-step instructions. Target: quads. Equipment: body weight.
- Target muscle
- quads
- Muscle group
- hamstrings
- Body part
- upper legs
- Equipment
- body weight
Secondary muscles
hamstrings
How to perform
- 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.