How to do the standing quad stretch

Instructions for standing quad:

From a standing position, grab your right leg just above the ankle with both hands and pull it backwards toward your buttocks.

Hold on to the back of a chair or a wall with one hand for better balance.

What does standing quad help with?

Flexibility

What areas does standing quad exercise?

Quadriceps, Lower Back, Knees, Shins, Feet, Ankles, Hips, Psoas, Abdomen

How is standing quad performed?

Standing

When should you avoid standing quad?

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Shoulders

Triceps

Lats

Discover Workouts that include standing quad:

Post-Run

Improve your stride, speed, and recovery with post-run stretches designed to reduce soreness, prevent injury, and increase your range of motion.

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Standing Desk

A quick series of standing stretches focused primarily on reducing tightness and increasing mobility in the shoulders, lower back, and neck.

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Quads 1

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

2 mins

Quads 2

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

6 mins

Quads 3

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

9 mins

Hamstrings 3

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

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