Bench (Table-Top) Hip Stretch

This is one of the easiest version of the hip stretches. Great for anybody to release the hip joint; gluteus maximus, piriformis and all the external hip rotator muscles.

Postural reminders:

Notice how straight my spine is during each phase of the stretch. Lift your chest to straighten your back (draw your chest bone towards your throat) and notice as the pelvis naturally tilts forward. We want to maintain this form during the exercise!

Indications:

Lower back pain, inflexible hip muscles, symptoms of sciatica, hip muscles spasm, too many squats, box jumps...

Review the anatomy of the muscles that act on the posterior thigh (the focus is on the PIRIFORMIS and external hip rotators)