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Exercises / Quad stretch

Quad stretch GIF

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Male figure; the female figure follows.

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Worked muscles

  • QuadricepsMusculus quadriceps femoris
  • Hip flexorsMusculus iliopsoas
  • GlutesMusculus gluteus maximus
Equipment
No equipment
Level
intermediate
Loop
One repetition, 3.5 seconds

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Part of the stretch pack, all 16 stretch variations: male figure (the female figure follows), GIF, WebP and MP4 at 480 and 720 px, commercial license.

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  -H "Authorization: Bearer $EXERCISEGIF_KEY"

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How to do a quad stretch

  1. Stand with feet hip-width apart and engage your core for stability
  2. Place your right hand on a wall or chair for balance support
  3. Bend your left knee and grasp your left ankle or foot with your left hand
  4. Gently pull your heel toward your glutes while keeping your thighs parallel
  5. Hold the stretch for 20-30 seconds while breathing normally
  6. Release slowly and repeat on the opposite side

Form tips

  • Keep your standing leg slightly bent to maintain balance and reduce strain on the knee
  • Avoid pulling your foot too aggressively - use gentle, controlled pressure to prevent muscle strain
  • Maintain an upright torso position rather than leaning forward to maximize the quadriceps stretch
  • If you cannot reach your ankle, use a towel or strap around your foot for assistance
  • Stop immediately if you experience any sharp pain in the knee or hip joint

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