Lie face up on the edge of a bed or table so your legs hang off at 90-degree angles. From there, bring both knees toward your chest—keep your back still and flat—then slowly straighten one leg and let ...
Healthy hip flexor muscles are essential for cyclists—not only do you need them strong, but mobile too. Just think about your pedal stroke: Your hips move through a pretty full range of motion to hit ...
The hip flexors are muscles that lift your thighs and help move your legs forward when you walk. Hip flexor injuries range in severity and are often caused by sudden movements, overuse, stiff muscles, ...
Picture the perfect running gait: You lean forward from the ankles, arms swinging back and forth to support your momentum, as your legs move in a full circle and your feet land gracefully, one at a ...
When it comes to your hip flexors, you’re likely focused on stretching them. However, with this critical muscle group, there’s a key element you’re probably neglecting: strength-building. Hip flexor ...
If you’re a runner, you may warm up with some dynamic hamstring stretches and reward your glutes and quads with a little foam rolling action when you’re done. But how often are you stretching your hip ...