Pillow Reclining Hero Pose

PILLOW RECLINING HERO POSE

The pillow reclining hero pose is a yoga inspired exercise that stretches the knee extensors. It is an exercise regression of the RECLINING HERO POSE. It is recommended to perform this exercise on a padded and stable surface. Start in a kneeling position and sit on the floor so that your bum is between your feet. Place a thick cushion or pillow directly behind you. Begin to recline back with your upper body until your upper back is fully supported by the pillow. Keep your arms straight overhead. Hold this stretch for up to 30 seconds to complete a repetition.

Muscles involved:

• Superficial front line

  • rectus abominis

  • iliopsoas

    • psoas major

    • iliacus

  • Quadriceps

    • rectus femoris

    • vastus lateralis

    • vastus intermedius

    • vastus medialis

    • vastus medialis oblique

Related conditions:

• quadriceps contracture

• superficial front line hypomobility

• rectus abdominus contracture

• quadriceps myofascial pain syndrome

• hip flexor tendinopathy

• quadriceps tendinopathy

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