Side-Lying Quad Stretch

Technique

How to perform Side-Lying Quad Stretch

1. Lie on your right side and support your head with your right arm.
2. Bend the upper left knee and take hold of the left ankle or foot with your left hand.
3. Keep the thighs aligned as you gently bring the left heel toward your buttock.
4. Keep the pelvis steady and avoid arching the lower back to move the foot farther.
5. Release the foot gradually and repeat on the other side.

Programming relevance

Muscles involved