How To Perform The Hip Hug Stretch For Hip & Lower Back Flexibility

This gentle and effective stretch for the hip and lower back will alleviate stiff & tight muscles and promote flexibility. Stretches the glutes, lower back and deep muscles of the hips.

Level/Difficulty: Beginner to Advanced

Muscle Group(s): glutes, hips, lower back

Equipment: none

Exercise groups: Lower Body Exercises, Full Body Exercises, Lower Body Exercises, Core Strengthening Exercises, Upper Body Exercises, Posture Strengthening Exercises

Coaching Cues:
Lay on back, hug knee to chest, breathe deeply

Before starting:

1. Lying on your back, hug your right knee into your chest.

2. Wrap your arms around your leg so that your hands rest on your shins. Gently pull the right leg in closer to the chest and extend the left leg straight on the ground.

3. Feel the stretch in the right glute/hip muscles, the lower back, and the opposite hip flexor muscles.

4. Hold for 30 seconds to 1 minute, breathing deeply the entire time. Switch legs or repeat for more repetitions as needed on the same side.