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Beginner Hip Stretch & Recovery Yoga Workout

15 min
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5 exercises

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!

Hip Circles exercise illustration
Hip Circles
2 sets
30 secs
15 sec rest
Nice and easy to start! Spend 30 seconds going clockwise and 30 seconds going anti-clockwise.
0:30 rest
Standing Side Leg Raises exercise illustration
Standing Side Leg Raises
2 sets
16 reps
30 sec rest
Make these nice and slow and complete 8 reps per side per set!
0:30 rest
Lying Crossover Leg Lifts exercise illustration
Lying Crossover Leg Lifts
2 sets
16 reps
30 sec rest
Be sure to find a comfortable mat for these. Practice your form and go nice and slowly.
0:30 rest
Lunge Stretch exercise illustration
Lunge Stretch
2 sets
60 secs
20 sec rest
Spend 30 seconds per leg per set held in this lunge position. As you exhale, aim to lower your body slightly.
0:30 rest
Butterfly Stretch exercise illustration
Butterfly Stretch
3 sets
30 secs
30 sec rest
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.

Workout details

  • Duration: 15 min
  • Exercises: 5
  • Training focus: Core, hip flexors, legs and rehab
  • Equipment: NO EQUIPMENT
  • Level: Beginner
  • Format: Interactive workout and printable PDF

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Questions about this workout

What equipment do I need for this workout?

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.

Beginner Hip Stretch & Recovery Yoga Workout
15 min
 · 
5 exercises
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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Hip Circles
Hip Circles exercise illustration
2 sets
30 secs
15 sec rest
Set 1 of 2
Rest before next set
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Nice and easy to start! Spend 30 seconds going clockwise and 30 seconds going anti-clockwise.
Primary muscle group(s):
Glutes & Hip Flexors
Secondary:
Abs
  1. Stand tall with your chest up. Move your feet to shoulder-width apart. Place your hands on your hips.
  2. 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.
  3. Continue in this circular motion. Stop once to switch directions.
Rest
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Standing Side Leg Raises
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Standing Side Leg Raises
Standing Side Leg Raises exercise illustration
2 sets
16 reps
30 sec rest
Set 1 of 2
Rest before next set
Get ready
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Make these nice and slow and complete 8 reps per side per set!
Primary muscle group(s):
Glutes & Hip Flexors
Secondary:
Quadriceps
  1. Place your feet at shoulder-width apart while keeping your chest up and your abdominals braced.
  2. Slightly bend at the knees and lift your chosen leg out to the side; it should be reasonably straight.
  3. Continue to lift until your foot reaches 1 to 2 feet off the ground.
  4. Lower your leg back to the starting position and repeat for the other side!
Rest
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Lying Crossover Leg Lifts
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Lying Crossover Leg Lifts
Lying Crossover Leg Lifts exercise illustration
2 sets
16 reps
30 sec rest
Set 1 of 2
Rest before next set
Get ready
321GO
Be sure to find a comfortable mat for these. Practice your form and go nice and slowly.
Primary muscle group(s):
Glutes & Hip Flexors
Secondary:
Hamstrings
  1. Lie on your side on a yoga mat or other soft surface with your lower arm bent and comfortably supporting your head and neck
  2. Bending at the knee, bring the foot on your upper leg to rest, sole-down, in front of the thigh on your lower leg, use your free hand if necessary
  3. Brace your core and make sure your body is nice and straight
  4. Slowly lift your lower leg up and off the ground by a few inches, keeping it straight during the exercise
  5. Slowly lower your leg to return to the starting position
Rest
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next up
Lunge Stretch
Next
Lunge Stretch
Lunge Stretch exercise illustration
2 sets
60 secs
20 sec rest
Set 1 of 2
Rest before next set
Get ready
321GO
Spend 30 seconds per leg per set held in this lunge position. As you exhale, aim to lower your body slightly.
Primary muscle group(s):
Glutes & Hip Flexors, Hamstrings, Quadriceps
Secondary:
Biceps, Calves, Shoulders
  1. 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.
  2. Lower the left knee to the ground. Extend the right knee forward.
  3. 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.
Rest
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Butterfly Stretch
Next
Butterfly Stretch
Butterfly Stretch exercise illustration
3 sets
30 secs
30 sec rest
Set 1 of 3
Rest before next set
Get ready
321GO
Spend 30 seconds in this position allowing your elbows to create a little pressure on the insides of your knees.
Primary muscle group(s):
Glutes & Hip Flexors
Secondary:
Lower Back
  1. 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.
  2. 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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