Abductors
Lying Crossover
A floor stretch where one leg is guided over your body, opening the outer hip and the side of the thigh.
Primary musclesAbductors
Setup
- 1Rest on your back, arms spread wide, both legs long.
- 2Fold one knee and plant that foot on the floor.
How to perform
- 1Swing the folded leg over to the opposite side while both shoulder blades stay grounded.
- 2Allow the knee to sink toward the mat as far as feels comfortable; your opposite hand can steer.
- 3Remain here for 20–30 seconds, noticing the outer hip.
- 4Return the leg to center slowly and then do the other side.
