Exercise Guide

Lying (Side) Quads Stretch

intermediate
Exercise Visual

Lying (Side) Quads Stretch

Quads Body Weight

intermediate

Category

upper legs

Body Part

upper legs

Equipment

body weight

Target

quads

Instructions

  1. 1

    Lie on your side with your legs straight.

  2. 2

    Bend your top leg and grab your ankle or foot with your hand.

  3. 3

    Gently pull your ankle or foot towards your glutes until you feel a stretch in your quads.

  4. 4

    Hold the stretch for 20-30 seconds.

  5. 5

    Release the stretch and repeat on the other side.

Muscles

HamstringsQuads