Demo & instructions
Supine Crossover Stretch
Also known as: Lying Leg Crossover, Outer Hip Floor Stretch, Hip Crossover Stretch
Instructions
Lying on your back, one straight leg crosses over the body toward the floor while the shoulders stay down. The pull lands along the outer hip and glute and gently twists the lower back.
- Movement
- Stretch
- Type
- Isolation
- Level
- Beginner
- Typical range
- 20–60 sec
Setup
- 1Lie on your back with the legs straight and the arms out to the sides.
- 2Lift one leg a few centimetres off the floor.
Execution
- 1Sweep the lifted leg across the body toward the floor on the opposite side, keeping the knee straight or slightly bent.
- 2Use the opposite hand to guide the leg a little further while both shoulders stay on the floor.
- 3Hold, bring the leg back to centre, and repeat on the other side.
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Training use
Strength
Muscle building
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