Enhance Flexibility with Chair Lunge Stretch

Chair Lunge Stretch

Rep Range

Time Based

Hints

Place one foot on the seat of a sturdy chair, with your toes pointing upwards and heel firmly on the seat. The other foot should be grounded, positioned slightly behind you to allow for a lunging motion. Engage your core and place your hands on the chair for added balance and support. As you lean down, bend the knee of the grounded leg, pushing the hips forward. This position provides a stretch in the front of the hip and possibly down the front of the thigh of the back leg. By placing your hands on the chair and leaning down, you can deepen the stretch and focus more on the hamstring and hip flexor. Alternate sides, in a slower controlled manner.

Common Mistakes

Ensure that you're not leaning excessively or abruptly, which can lead to strain. Your grounded foot should be positioned so the knee doesn't move past the toes during the lunge. Additionally, avoid rounding the back; instead, keep a straight and aligned posture.

Breathing

Begin by taking a deep inhale. As you lean forward and descend into the stretch, exhale slowly. Maintain steady breaths, inhaling and exhaling smoothly. The rhythm of your breathing can aid in relaxing the muscles and deepening the stretch.

Muscle Focus

Primary Focus Area

Glutes, Hip Flexors