Hip Opener Stretch
Improves hip mobility and eases tightness
Glutes & HipsBeginnerMobilityStretch
At a glance
| Muscles worked | Primary: Hip rotators, adductors |
|---|---|
| Muscle group | Glutes & Hips |
| Difficulty | Beginner |
| Type | Mobility · Stretch |
| Sets & reps | 2 sets × 30s each side |
| Estimated calories burned | ~10 kcal |
| Equipment | None needed |
How to do it
- Step 1: Get into a comfortable low lunge or seated position
- Step 2: Let your hips sink toward the floor
- Step 3: Keep your spine long
- Step 4: Hold, then switch sides
Coaching tips
Benefits
Improves hip mobility and eases tightness
Common mistakes
Forcing the stretch into pain
Make it harder
Hold longer
Make it easier
Place a cushion under the knees
Breathing
Breathe slowly and deeply
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