How to do the kneeling psoas stretch

Instructions for kneeling psoas:

Start from a kneeling position with your hands at your sides.

Step forward with one leg so that your foot is flat on the floor and your knee is directly over your ankle.

Raise your opposite arm above your head, reaching up and over your head to deepen the stretch.

If necessary, place a towel or blanket under your knee for additional support.

What does kneeling psoas help with?

Flexibility

What areas does kneeling psoas exercise?

Psoas, Quadriceps, Hips, IT Band, Lower Back, Obliques, Lats

How is kneeling psoas performed?

Floor

When should you avoid kneeling psoas?

Osteoporosis

Other stretches to explore:

Flexibility

Shoulder Opener

Start lying on your stomach with your arms out. Pl...

Good For:

Hollow Body

Start lying flat on your back with your legs strai...

Good For:

Reverse Plank

Start sitting on the floor with your legs extended...

Good For:

Lateral Lunge

Stand with a wide stance and slight bend in your k...

Good For:

Seated Hamstring

Sitting on the edge of your chair, stretch your ri...

Good For:

Reverse Lunge

Starting from a kneeling position, extend your rig...

Good For:

Sumo Squat Hold

Start standing with your feet slightly wider than ...

Good For:

Bridge

Start lying on your back with your knees bent and ...

Good For:

Elbow Plank

Place your forearms on the floor with your elbows ...

Good For:

Upward Salute

Start from a standing position with your arms hang...

Good For:

Discover Workouts that include kneeling psoas:

Lower Back 3

A series of stretches designed to increase flexibility in the lower back.

10 mins

Quads 3

A series of stretches designed to increase flexibility in the quadriceps.

9 mins