Hip flexibility and recovery are essential for long-term health. This beginner yoga stretch session reduces injury risk, supports active recovery, and plays a big mental role in any training plan. Focus on your hips today, and come back to this one frequently!
Spend 30 seconds in this position allowing your elbows to create a little pressure on the insides of your knees.
About this workout
Beginner Hip Stretch & Recovery Yoga Workout is a free 15 min workout plan with 5 illustrated exercises for your core, hip flexors, legs and rehab. Follow the workout online, save it to your WorkoutLabs Fit account or download it as a printable PDF.
Tap any exercise in the workout to see the muscles worked, clear exercise illustrations and step-by-step instructions. Each workout includes sets, reps, rest times and notes so you can follow the plan without guessing.
No equipment is needed – every exercise in this workout uses your own bodyweight, so you can do it at home or anywhere.
How long does the Beginner Hip Stretch & Recovery Yoga Workout take?
The full workout takes about 15 minutes, covering 5 exercises with prescribed sets, reps and rest periods. Using the built-in timers and auto-advance keeps you on pace from start to finish.
Is this workout suitable for my fitness level?
Yes – this is a beginner-friendly workout. Every exercise includes an illustration and step-by-step instructions, so you can learn proper form as you go. Start with lighter weights and focus on technique.
What muscles does this workout target?
This routine primarily works your glutes & hip flexors, hamstrings, quadriceps. Tap any exercise in the workout to see a muscle diagram showing exactly which primary and secondary muscles it activates.
How often should I do this workout?
For increase endurance, increase flexibility, aim to do this workout 2–3 times per week with at least one rest day between sessions. Progress by gradually adding weight or reps, and pair it with workouts for other muscle groups during the week.
Can I download or save this workout?
Yes – you can download this workout as a free printable PDF using the download button, or save it to a free WorkoutLabs Fit account to follow it on your phone, customize the exercises and track your progress.
More free core, hip flexors, legs and rehab workouts
Hip flexibility and recovery are essential for long-term health. This beginner yoga stretch session reduces injury risk, supports active recovery, and plays a big mental role in any training plan. Focus on your hips today, and come back to this one frequently!
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Stand tall with your chest up. Move your feet to shoulder-width apart. Place your hands on your hips.
Begin the movement by shifting your hips to the left. Bring them forward and to the right in a circular motion. From the right, shift your hips back and to the left.
Continue in this circular motion. Stop once to switch directions.
Begin by standing tall with a tight core and looking straight ahead. Keep your chest up as you step forward with your right foot into a lunge position.
Lower the left knee to the ground. Extend the right knee forward.
Clasp your hands together and push them straight overhead. You’ll primarily feel the stretch in your hamstrings and hip flexors. Hold for 20 to 30 seconds then switch sides.
While sitting on the floor with a straight back and tight core, bring each foot inward. Feet should be touching and your legs should make a diamond shape.
Grab your feet with your hands. Place your elbows on the inside of your knees. Slowly lean forward from the hips. Once you feel the stretch in your hip flexors, hold for 15 to 30 seconds. Slowly rise and repeat.
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