Quadriceps
Iron Crosses (stretch)
A lying spinal and hip stretch where you swing one leg across your body toward the opposite hand while your arms stay spread.
Primary musclesQuadriceps
Setup
- 1Lie on your back with your arms stretched out to the sides in a T shape.
- 2Keep your legs straight and your shoulders pressed into the floor.
How to perform
- 1Lift one leg and bring it across your body toward the opposite hand.
- 2Keep your shoulders on the floor and your leg as straight as is comfortable.
- 3Hold for 20-30 seconds when you feel a stretch along the outside of the hip and hamstring.
- 4Return to center and switch sides.
