If you find yourself spending hours sitting at your desk and remaining immobile, then it’s important to stretch in order to keep yourself loose and nimble. After all, being stiff can result in injuries, especially if you return to exercise after periods of immobility. Here are some hip stretches you need to start doing in order to remain supple.
High Lunge
Begin by placing your hands on the ground directly under your shoulders and your legs fully extended. Bring your right knee forward until bent at 90 degrees. Lift your torso up and extend your arms overhead before returning them to their starting position. Return your right leg and repeat the motion with your left leg.
Hip Rotations
Stand with your feet shoulder-width apart. Place your hands behind your head and interweave your fingers. Bring your right knee up to your chest, remaining upright. Return to the starting position and do the same with your left knee. Alternate between each side for 30 seconds.
Kneeling Hip Flexor Stretch
Get into a half-neeling position, with your right foot forward and your left knee on the floor. With your hands on your hips, lean forward while pressing your hips and engage your left glute. Bring your right foot to the same position as the left and repeat the movement with your left side.
