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
  • Placing your knee on the ground
Side Bends – Standing

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...

Couch stretch

Couch stretch

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

Pigeon Stretch

Pigeon Stretch

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

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