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Kneeling Hip Flexor Stretch
Bodyweight · Mobility · Isolation
Core GlutesHamstrings Joint friendly
Default prescription & biomechanics
- Primary muscles
- Core
- Secondary muscles
- Glutes, Hamstrings
- Equipment
- Bodyweight
- Movement pattern
- Mobility (Static force)
- Difficulty
- Beginner
- Working rep range
- 30-60 sec per set
- Between-set interval
- 45 seconds rest
Step-by-step coaching cues
- Place one knee on the ground and the opposite foot in front, forming a 90-degree angle on both sides.
- Rest your hands at hip level.
- Move your hips forward, allowing your front knee to follow in the same direction.
- Hold this position to stretch the hip of the back leg, then repeat.
- PT Cue: Keep your torso upright at all times.
Joint & safety considerations
No specific joint contraindications are flagged for Kneeling Hip Flexor Stretch. Maintain controlled tempo across the full range of motion and stop the set if sharp joint pain occurs.
Biomechanical alternatives & swaps
Used by the in-app Swap sheet when your equipment is occupied or when adjusting exercise difficulty.
| Exercise | Relationship | Equipment |
|---|---|---|
| All Fours Quad Stretch | Same movement pattern | Bodyweight |
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| Hamstring Stretch | Same movement pattern | Bodyweight |
| Lying Crossover Stretch | Same movement pattern | Bodyweight |
| Quadriceps Lying Stretch | Same movement pattern | Bodyweight |
| Seated Forward Bend Yoga Pose | Same movement pattern | Bodyweight |
From the WorkoutCard biomechanical library (613 verified movements). For general strength and conditioning education, not medical or physiotherapy advice.