Outer-Thigh Stretch
Purposes
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Stretches Glute medius
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Stretches Ilio-tibio (IT) band area
Description
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Stand next to a wall and place the closest hand on the wall for support.
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With the leg closest to the wall, cross it behind the other leg.
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Then slide the hips toward the wall, stretching the outside thigh of the leg closest to the wall.
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Repeat with the other side.
ProTip
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While stretching, slowly move the thighs forward or back to find the optimal stretch
Mistakes
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Leaning forward at the hips or waist
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Pushing the hips away from instead of toward the wall
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The leg nearest the wall in front instead of behind