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Visual demonstration of the Exercise Ball Hip Flexor Stretch exercise

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Beginner

Difficulty
Beginner
Movement type
Strength
Secondary muscles
Quadriceps
Equipment
Mat
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Exercise Ball Hip Flexor Stretch

4 steps Updated 29/08/2026

Exercise Ball Hip Flexor Stretch is a bodyweight exercise targeting Hip Flexors (Iliopsoas, Rectus Femoris) using Yoga Mat.

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How to perform it

  1. Sit on an exercise ball in a lunge position with your left foot flat on the floor in front of you and your right leg extended behind you, the ball supporting your hips.
  2. Lower your hips downwards towards the floor, allowing the ball to support your weight and feeling a stretch in your right hip flexor.
  3. Keep your torso upright and your core engaged as you hold the stretch.
  4. Hold the stretch for 15-30 seconds, then switch legs and repeat on the other side.
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Last updated: 29/08/2026

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