Trunk leans forward
Hip flexors resist the stretch; posture compensates.
Overactive muscles
Hip flexorsErector spinae
Corrective work
Foam RollHip flexors↗StretchCouch stretch↗Mobility · Lower Body
Standing Hip Flexor + Quad Stretch (Wall)
Coaching cues
- Stand facing away from a wall; hook one foot up on the wall behind you
- Stand tall; the shin rests on the wall — hip flexor and quad stretch
- Squeeze the glute of the working leg to deepen the stretch
- Hold 60–90 seconds; switch sides
Common faults 2
Glute doesn't activate on the stretch
Passive-only stretch; reciprocal inhibition benefit is missed.
Overactive muscles
Hip flexors
Corrective work
Foam RollHip flexors↗StretchHalf-kneeling hip flexor stretch↗