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Reverse Squat

REVERSE SQUAT

This is a strengthening exercise for the hip flexors. To start, lie down on your back with a pullup assist band looped around your feet and anchored down to a solid object. Keep the core braced and maintain a neutral spine as you bend your knees and pull them towards your chest. Hold the end range position for up to 2 seconds before releasing (at 90 degrees hip flexion).

Muscles Involved:

  • Iliopsoas

    • Psoas Major

    • Iliacus

  • Pectineus

Related Conditions:

  • Myofascial Pain Syndrome Iliopsoas

  • Internal Snapping Hip Syndrome

  • Mechanical Low Back Pain

  • Anterior Pelvic Tilt

  • Lower Cross Syndrome

  • Iliopsoas Tendinitis / Tendinopathy

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