Low Lunge (left)

Description

How to Do Low Lunge (left)

1. 1
   Setup

   Begin in a standing position with your feet hip-width apart and hands at your sides or on your hips.

2. 2
   Setup

   Step your left foot forward approximately two to three feet, then gently lower your right knee to the floor, placing a mat or towel under it if needed for comfort.

3. 3

   Adjust your left foot so your left knee is directly stacked over your left ankle, creating a 90-degree angle.

4. 4

   Keep your hips square and gently press your pelvis forward and down to deepen the stretch in your right hip flexor and quadricep.

5. 5

   Maintain a long spine, lift your chest, and keep your shoulders relaxed, holding the stretch for the prescribed duration while breathing deeply.

Tips

• To intensify the stretch in the right hip flexor, gently tuck your tailbone slightly under while maintaining a neutral spine.
• Actively engage your right glute to help protect your lower back and deepen the stretch in the front of the hip.
• For added balance, you can place your hands on your left thigh, on the floor beside your left foot, or raise them overhead.
• Focus on slow, controlled breathing to help your muscles relax into the stretch and increase your flexibility.

Common Mistakes

• ×Allowing the front knee to extend past the ankle puts unnecessary strain on the knee joint; fix this by adjusting your stance so the knee is directly over the ankle.
• ×Rounding the back reduces the effectiveness of the hip flexor stretch; fix this by lifting your chest and maintaining a long, neutral spine.
• ×Holding your breath creates tension in the body, hindering relaxation and flexibility; fix this by focusing on deep, slow breaths to facilitate deeper stretching.