How Do You Perform An Active Kneeling Hip Flexor Stretch?
This is a great active stretch that targets the hip flexors. Many athletes are prone to tightness in their hip flexors. Runners, dancers, golfers, and track athletes often fall into this category. The active kneeling hip flexor stretch also works well for those who spend most of their day in a seated position or who wants to improve their hip and low back flexibility in activites such as yoga and pilates. When the hip flexors become tight or overactive, athletic performance can be dramatically diminished. When hip flexors do not work properly, the gluteals (buttocks) become weak. When you have this combination, injuries may occur. Piriformis syndrome as well as hamstring and low back injuries are common results of tight hip flexors. To prevent this, it is helpful to add the following stretch into an exercise routine. This stretch can be used as a dynamic warm-up or cool-down for any athlete who wants to add flexibility training to his/her regimen. Kneel (on towel or mat) with front and
