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Supine Straight Leg Adductor Stretch

A flexibility exercise that targets the adductor muscles through controlled supine stretching movements, improving hip mobility and inner thigh flexibility.

Exercise Overview

Category

Flexibility

Exercise_Type

Mobility

Difficulty_Level

Intermediate

Technique

Lie on your back with legs extended. Slowly spread your legs apart while keeping them straight, feeling the stretch in your inner thighs. Hold the position and breathe deeply.

Starting Position

Begin lying on your back with legs extended, core engaged, and ready to stretch.

Finishing Position

Return to neutral leg position while maintaining proper form and control.

Form Cues

Spread legs slowly, keep legs straight, breathe deeply, maintain form

Common Mistakes

Forcing the stretch, bending knees, not breathing, lack of control

Progression Tips

Increase range of motion, add gentle pressure, perform variations, or extend duration.

Regression Tips

Reduce range of motion, bend knees slightly, or practice basic adductor stretches.

Safety Notes

Stop if you experience pain in the hips, groin, or inner thighs. Maintain proper form to avoid injury. This exercise requires good hip mobility and control.