💃This routine is focused on improving hip flexibility and mobility.
🧘♂️The routine includes both active and passive stretches to target different areas of the hips.
🌟Using props like a bolster or yoga blocks can make the stretches more comfortable and effective.
🔁The routine involves rotating and twisting movements to increase flexibility in different directions.
⏰The routine is suitable for any fitness level and can be done as a warm-up or as a standalone practice.
Do I need any equipment for this routine?
—No equipment is required, but props like a bolster or yoga blocks can enhance your practice.
How long should I hold each stretch?
—It is recommended to hold each stretch for about 30 seconds to 1 minute, depending on your comfort level.
Can I do this routine if I'm a beginner?
—Yes, this routine is suitable for all fitness levels, including beginners. Take it at your own pace and listen to your body.
How often should I do this routine?
—It is beneficial to incorporate this routine into your regular exercise routine at least 2-3 times per week.
Will this routine help with lower back pain?
—Improving hip flexibility can indirectly help with lower back pain by relieving tension and improving overall mobility. However, if you have specific lower back issues, it is best to consult with a healthcare professional.
00:01Introduction to the ultimate hip flexibility routine.
00:45Starting with seated hip stretches to warm up the hips.
02:30Moving into deeper stretches and rotations to increase range of motion.
05:00Working on internal hip rotation with a frog stretch.
06:30Engaging the adductors with self-contractions.
08:30Opening up the hips in a kneeling position.
10:30Finishing with a relaxing child's pose and brief relaxation.
