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Bend gently. Move freely.

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Illustration showing standing figure-four stretch

Static stretch

Standing figure-four stretch

Glutes and outer hip

Setup
Desk, wall, or chair for balance
Focus
Hips and glutes

Step by step

  1. Hold a stable support.
  2. Cross one ankle over the opposite thigh, then move the hips backward into a shallow supported squat.
  3. Rise and switch sides.

Move slowly. Mild tension is enough; stop if you feel pain.

Review source: ChoosePT home stretching program