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Downtime: Static Hip Opener and Yoga

15 min
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9 exercises
Today we're going to incorporate a little yoga into our stretching session! You'll be indicated roughly how many breaths to spend in each pose. These breaths should be long and deep, in through your nose and out through your mouth. 
Standing Adductor
2 sets
60 secs
20 sec rest
Stretch each side, fully, for 30 seconds per set.
0:30 rest
Kneeling Hip Flexor Stretch
2 sets
60 secs
30 sec rest
Get nice and deep into each stretch!
0:30 rest
Frog
8 breaths
Ankles in line with knees · Toes pointing outward
0:15 rest
Bridge
8 breaths
Bring feet hip-width apart · Align knees over ankles · Lengthen tailbone toward knees · Do not turn neck
0:30 rest
Frog
8 breaths
Ankles in line with knees · Toes pointing outward
0:15 rest
Bridge
8 breaths
Bring feet hip-width apart · Align knees over ankles · Lengthen tailbone toward knees · Do not turn neck
0:15 rest
Butterfly Stretch
2 sets
30 secs
30 sec rest
Finish up with two sets of these. Apply more pressure with each set!
0:30 rest
Extended Child's Pose
10 breaths
Release tailbone toward feet · Rest forehead on floor · Bring knees hip-width apart
0:30 rest
Reclining Bound Angle
10 breaths
Soften belly · Relax knees but do not push toward floor · Tuck shoulder blades under · Draw chin toward chest ·
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Downtime: Static Hip Opener and Yoga
15 min
 · 
9 exercises
Today we're going to incorporate a little yoga into our stretching session! You'll be indicated roughly how many breaths to spend in each pose. These breaths should be long and deep, in through your nose and out through your mouth. 
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Standing Adductor
2 sets
60 secs
20 sec rest
Set 1 of 2
Rest before next set
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Stretch each side, fully, for 30 seconds per set.
Primary muscle group(s):
Glutes & Hip Flexors
Secondary:
Hamstrings
  1. Stand tall with your chest up and your core tight. Your feet should be shoulder width apart. Place your hands on your hips for balance.
  2. Step directly to the left, leaving your right foot in place. Bend the left knee and pause once the upper left thigh is parallel to the ground. Your right leg should be completely straight. Toes on both feet should be pointing straight ahead.
  3. Hold this stretch for 20 to 40 seconds. Return to the starting position and repeat on the other side.
Rest
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Kneeling Hip Flexor Stretch
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Kneeling Hip Flexor Stretch
2 sets
60 secs
30 sec rest
Set 1 of 2
Rest before next set
Get ready
321GO
Get nice and deep into each stretch!
Primary muscle group(s):
Glutes & Hip Flexors
  • Step forward with the left leg as your right knee comes all the way to the ground.
  • Flatten your right foot out so the toes are pointing behind you.
  • Placing your hands on your sides, gently push your hips slightly forward.
  • You will feel the stretch in your right hip flexor.
  • Switch sides and repeat.
Rest
0:00
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Frog
Next
Frog
8 breaths
Set 1 of 0
Rest before next set
Get ready
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Ankles in line with knees · Toes pointing outward
Primary muscle group(s):
Glutes & Hip Flexors, Quadriceps
Secondary:
Ankles, Knees
Pronunciation:
ah-dho moo-khah mahn-doo-KAH-sah-nah
  1. Begin in Child’s. Come onto your elbows, fingers interlaced.
  2. Lift your hips and widen your knees. Bring your ankles in line with your knees, toes pointing outward.
  3. Hold the pose and take slow, deep breaths.
  4. Push your elbows into the floor and bring your legs together, returning to Child’s.

Modification: Touch your toes together.

Avoid this pose if you have hip, knee or ankle injury.

Rest
0:00
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Bridge
Next
Bridge
8 breaths
Set 1 of 0
Rest before next set
Get ready
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Bring feet hip-width apart · Align knees over ankles · Lengthen tailbone toward knees · Do not turn neck
Primary muscle group(s):
Glutes & Hip Flexors, Hamstrings, Spine
Secondary:
Abs, Chest, Quadriceps
Pronunciation:
set-oo bahn-DHAH-sah-nah
  1. Lie on your back. Bend your knees and bring your feet near your buttocks, hip-width apart. Rest your arms by your sides, palms down.
  2. With an inhale push into your feet to lift your hips. Reach your chest toward your chin.
  3. Clasp your hands underneath you and tuck your shoulders under.
  4. Hold the pose and take slow, deep breaths.
  5. Unclasp your hands, then exhale to lower.

Modification: Keep arms flat on the floor to lessen the stretch in the shoulders.

Rest
0:00
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Frog
Next
Frog
8 breaths
Set 1 of 0
Rest before next set
Get ready
321GO
Ankles in line with knees · Toes pointing outward
Primary muscle group(s):
Glutes & Hip Flexors, Quadriceps
Secondary:
Ankles, Knees
Pronunciation:
ah-dho moo-khah mahn-doo-KAH-sah-nah
  1. Begin in Child’s. Come onto your elbows, fingers interlaced.
  2. Lift your hips and widen your knees. Bring your ankles in line with your knees, toes pointing outward.
  3. Hold the pose and take slow, deep breaths.
  4. Push your elbows into the floor and bring your legs together, returning to Child’s.

Modification: Touch your toes together.

Avoid this pose if you have hip, knee or ankle injury.

Rest
0:00
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Bridge
Next
Bridge
8 breaths
Set 1 of 0
Rest before next set
Get ready
321GO
Bring feet hip-width apart · Align knees over ankles · Lengthen tailbone toward knees · Do not turn neck
Primary muscle group(s):
Glutes & Hip Flexors, Hamstrings, Spine
Secondary:
Abs, Chest, Quadriceps
Pronunciation:
set-oo bahn-DHAH-sah-nah
  1. Lie on your back. Bend your knees and bring your feet near your buttocks, hip-width apart. Rest your arms by your sides, palms down.
  2. With an inhale push into your feet to lift your hips. Reach your chest toward your chin.
  3. Clasp your hands underneath you and tuck your shoulders under.
  4. Hold the pose and take slow, deep breaths.
  5. Unclasp your hands, then exhale to lower.

Modification: Keep arms flat on the floor to lessen the stretch in the shoulders.

Rest
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Butterfly Stretch
Next
Butterfly Stretch
2 sets
30 secs
30 sec rest
Set 1 of 2
Rest before next set
Get ready
321GO
Finish up with two sets of these. Apply more pressure with each set!
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.
Rest
0:00
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Extended Child's Pose
Next
Extended Child's Pose
10 breaths
Set 1 of 0
Rest before next set
Get ready
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Release tailbone toward feet · Rest forehead on floor · Bring knees hip-width apart
Primary muscle group(s):
Glutes & Hip Flexors, Knees, Spine
Secondary:
Lower Back, Middle Back / Lats, Upper Back & Lower Traps
Pronunciation:
oo-tee-tah bah-LAH-sah-nah
  1. Sit on your heels. Bring your feet together and knees hip-width apart.
  2. Bend forward with an exhale and rest your torso between your thighs. Relax your tailbone toward your feet.
  3. Reach your arms far forward. Spread your fingers and press your palms into the floor. Rest your forehead on the floor.
  4. Hold the pose and take slow, deep breaths.
  5. Rise with an inhale.

Avoid this pose if you have a knee injury.

Rest
0:00
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Reclining Bound Angle
Next
Reclining Bound Angle
10 breaths
Set 1 of 0
Rest before next set
Get ready
321GO
Soften belly · Relax knees but do not push toward floor · Tuck shoulder blades under · Draw chin toward chest ·
Primary muscle group(s):
Glutes & Hip Flexors, Knees
Secondary:
Spine
Pronunciation:
soop-tah bah-dha ko-NAH-sah-nah
  1. Lie on your back. With an exhale bring the soles of your feet to touch and draw them toward your pelvis. Release your knees toward the floor.
  2. Bring your arms several inches away from your torso, palms facing up.
  3. Close your eyes. Find stillness.
  4. Hold the pose and take slow, deep breaths.
  5. Supporting your knees with your hands, straighten your legs with an exhale.

Modification: Support your knees on blocks or blankets.

Avoid this pose if you have groin injury.

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