Leg to Side Exercise Guide
Exercise Profile
- Target
- Hip Adductors
- Equipment
- Body weight
- Body Part
- Thighs
- Primary Muscle
- Hip Adductors
- Secondary Muscles
- Obliques, Gluteus Medius
- Intensity
- low
- Category
- stretching
- Skill Level
- beginner
- Estimated Calories
- 2
- Alternate Names
- Side Leg Stretch
How to: Leg to Side
- Stand upright with your feet hip-width apart.
- Slowly lift one leg out to the side, keeping it straight.
- Hold the position for a few seconds, feeling the stretch in your inner thigh.
- Lower your leg back to the starting position and repeat on the other side.
Common Mistakes
- Bending the knee instead of keeping it straight.
- Leaning too far forward or backward.
- Failing to maintain stability in the core.
Modifications
- Perform the stretch while seated on the floor for better support.
- Use a strap or towel to assist with reaching if flexibility is limited.
Tips
- Keep your back straight to avoid strain.
- Engage your core to help maintain your balance.
- Go only as far as your flexibility allows.
Leg to Side Alternatives
Tags
hip
thighs
stretch
flexibility
beginner
core stability