Crescent Lunge Stretch
Deep lunge stretch that opens the hip flexors and improves lower-body mobility.
Glutes & HipsBeginnerMobilityStretch
At a glance
| Muscles worked | Primary: hip flexors. Secondary: quads, glutes |
|---|---|
| Muscle group | Glutes & Hips |
| Difficulty | Beginner |
| Type | Mobility · Stretch |
| Sets & reps | 2 sets × 20s |
| Estimated calories burned | ~10 kcal |
| Equipment | None needed |
How to do it
- Step one foot forward into a lunge position.
- Keep the back leg straight or lightly bent and sink the hips forward.
- Reach the arms overhead if desired.
- Hold while breathing deeply.
- Switch sides and repeat.
Coaching tips
Benefits
Deep lunge stretch that opens the hip flexors and improves lower-body mobility.
Common mistakes
Avoid letting the front knee cave or forcing the back hip down.
Make it harder
Sink deeper or reach the arms overhead.
Make it easier
Keep the back knee on the ground.
Breathing
Breathe deeply and relax into the stretch.
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