Side to Side Leg Swings

Side to Side Leg Swings

Setup

Stand facing a wall with both hands up on the wall for balance and one foot off the ground.

Movement Instructions

Swing the leg off the ground straight out to the side keeping the toe pointed forward the hip, knee and ankle in a straight line (stretching groin). Then swing the leg back in front and across with the toe point upbut keeping a straight line between the hip, knee and ankle without rotating hips (stretching glute). Repeat getting larger with each swing.

Comments

Try to keep the leg traveling in a straight line and do not rotate the hips for maximum stretch.

Primary Muscle

Hips

Supporting Muscles

Hamstrings

Groin

Glutes

Equipment

Bodyweight

Environment

Floor/Mat

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