Lunge and Reach Stretch

LUNGE & REACH STRETCH

The lunge and reach stretch is used to increase hip extension flexibility and stretch the muscles of the fascial superficial front line. Go into a half kneel position with the target leg being the back leg. Lean forwards while reach up with your arm and leaning away to the side. Hold this stretch for 20-30 seconds or as tolerated. Repeat in repetitions as required.

Muscles Involved:

• Iliacus

• Psoas Major

• Rectus Femoris

• Rectus Abdominis

Related Conditions:

• Iliopsoas Myofascial Pain Syndrome

• Low Back Pain

• Lower Cross Syndrome

• Lumbar Facet Syndrome

• Iliopsoas Tendinopathy

• Internal Snapping Hip Syndrome

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