Standing Quadricep Stretch
- Stand next to a wall or stationary object to support your balance.
- Grasp the top of your right ankle or forefoot with your right hand and pull the ankle or foot towards your buttocks.
- Straighten the right hip by moving your knee slightly backwards and making sure it faces the floor. Don’t let your knee flare out towards the side.
- Hold the stretch and repeat on the left leg.
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Standing quadricep stretch is a at-home exercise that targets quadriceps and also works glutes & hip flexors. Use the illustration and instructions above to learn how to perform this exercise with proper form. Related exercises that work similar muscle groups include Wall partial / half squats, walking on the spot and trx suspension straps overhead squats. Browse our free illustrated exercise directory for more exercises.
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