How Do I Stretch My Tight Hips? Read This...
It's very common for a new client to check off 'tight hips' when they fill out my new client questionnaire.
From a Personal Trainer's standpoint, we all have tight hips.
The good news? No one ever died from having tight hips...
But nevertheless, tight hips can make lower back pain and lateral knee pain flare up so it does make sense to incorporate some kind of hip mobility in to your workout routine.
Give these three moves a try in your next workout to loosen up those hips!
1) Lateral Line Stretch
This is a go-to stretch that really catches a lot of body parts. You'll feel this from your arm pits down to your IT band. Hold this for 30-60 seconds on each side.
2) Rocking Hip Flexor + Reach
This is the classic hip flexor stretch. Add in the reach to help get some length through your upper back as well. Plus, the reach makes it easy to count this as 'reps'. Aim for 10-15 reaches/reps per side.
3) Honest Hip CARs
CAR stands for 'Controlled Articular Rotation'. This is a mobility move that challenges the hip socket to move independently. I like the honest variation because it gives some great feedback if you try to move extra limbs! Do 3 reps per leg and make sure you're working against something sturdy, like a squat rack.
Make sure to give these a try in your next workout!