Mobility Articles

Samson Lunge

The samson lunge opens the hips and is a staple in any workout program that involves hip extension or explosive movement. Cues: Step into a long lunge and reach tall and away from your back leg as you drive the hips forward Mistakes: Moving primarily through the back...
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Side Bends – Standing

The side bend opens up the rib cage and lateral aspect of the upper body as well as the hips. Cues: Reach tall and bend sideways keeping the head even between the shoulders Move evenly through the entire side as you reach over and lengthen Keep the shoulders and hips...
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Couch stretch

The couch stretch lengthens the hip flexor and quad and is very helpful for generating hip extension. This lengthening effect can also help to relieve knee and low back pain.Cues: Keep the abs and glutes tight Drive the hips forward to initiate a strong hip stretch...
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Pigeon Stretch

The pigeon stretch is a classic hip opener to loosen then glutes. Done correctly it will help to increase hip mobility and can also reduce back pain associated with tight hips.Cues: Square hips to the front Work towards a 90 degree knee bend. Bend less to avoid...
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Couch stretch

Couch stretch

Dec 1, 2021 | ,

The couch stretch lengthens the hip flexor and quad and is very helpful for generating hip extension. This lengthening...

Pigeon Stretch

Pigeon Stretch

Dec 1, 2021 | ,

The pigeon stretch is a classic hip opener to loosen then glutes. Done correctly it will help to increase hip mobility...