Kneeling Quad Stretch

Unlock the power of flexibility with the Kneeling Quad Stretch! This essential exercise targets your quadriceps and enhances your range of motion, making it vital for athletes. Feel the tension release as you lean back and lift your hips. Whether you're a pro or just starting, mastering this effective stretch can elevate your training. Ready to improve your flexibility? Dive in and learn how to perfect it!

Improve Your Quad Stretch: Strength and Flexibility

KEY AREAS: Quadriceps, Flexibility, Knees, Range Of Motion

START POSITION: Kneel on a mat and lean backwards placing your hands on the floor just behind you.

NOTES: Slowly straighten your arms and lean back a little more, and if you can manage a little more stretch, come up onto your fists, square your shoulders and tilt your head back, lifting your hips off the floor as far as you can. If you can’t feel a really good stretch now then you must be made of rubber 🙂

The Kneeling Quad Stretch is an essential part of any athletic training program, including footballers, runners and jumpers. It is a simple form to master.

For a thorough stretch of your Quadriceps muscles you should mix yhe Kneeling Quad Stretch with the Standing Quad Stretch (shown image right).

Improve Your Quad Stretch: Strength and Flexibility

KEY AREAS: Quadriceps, Flexibility, Knees, Range Of Motion

START POSITION: Kneel on a mat and lean backwards placing your hands on the floor just behind you.

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