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Side Lying Quadriceps Stretch

  • Dr Notley Chiropractor & Athletic Therapist in Winnipeg Dr Notley Chiropractor & Athletic Therapist in Winnipeg
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Muscles Stretched

  • Quadriceps

Start Position

  1. Lying on side opposite to leg being stretched.
  2. Grab just above the ankle.
  3. Knees together

Finish Position

  1. Pull heel towards buttocks.
  2. Front of thigh facing forwards
  3. Knees together

Modifications

  • Use towel around ankle if you can not reach or hold onto the ankle
  • If you reach the buttocks extend the thigh back and push hip forwards.

Common Errors

  • Not bringing heel to buttocks first
  • Turning thigh out during stretch
  • Allowing knees to separate

Originally posted on May 17, 2022 @ 4:37 pm