Stretching may not be the most exciting part of working out but doing flexibility work is just as important for a well rounded fitness routine as strength and cardio work.
Floor stretches for flexibility.
This hip stretch will help increase the flexibility in your hips allowing you greater range of motion.
Trying proprioceptive neuromuscular facilitation pnf where you extend your muscles and then try to contract them from a lengthened position could be a great way to control your nervous system and gain better momentum.
Gently tighten your stomach muscles to help flatten your.
Lie on your back with your knees bent and your feet on the floor about hip width apart.
Bend elbows to get forearms down to the floor until you feel the stretch.
Repeat on the other side as flexibility allows.
Begin sitting tall in a sturdy chair.
For a deeper stretch.
Great for beginner s or anyone in need of a great stretch.
You may already feel a stretch deep in your hip.
Repeat on the other side as flexibility allows.
After a while you will notice passive stretches may not be the most effective way of increasing flexibility.
Relax your right hip letting gravity pull it toward the floor.