How to Stretch Your Quads Quadriceps
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The quadriceps are a group of four muscles that run down your thighs. Virtually every athletic activity or exercise engages your quads so it is important for them to be flexible and strong. To maintain healthy quads stretch them before and after exercise. 1 X Research source You can also use yoga to increase the flexibility in your quads which can make them less prone to injury. Walk or bike for 10 to 15 minutes. A gentle cardio exercise such as walking or biking will get the blood flowing to your quads and make stretching more comfortable. Stretching cold muscles could result in injury.
Do standing quad stretches before a long run. From a standing position with your knees together lift one foot and grasp it with your hand. Gently press your foot towards your glutes until you feel a stretch along the front of your thigh. Hold for 10 to 20 seconds then repeat with the other foot.
Add kneeling stretches to target quads and hip flexors. Kneel on the floor on one knee. You may want to rest your knee on a folded towel or mat. Lean forward slightly with your other foot flat on the floor and your knees at right angles. Lean forward contracting your core and the glute of the kneeling leg. As you exhale shift your body forward to stretch your quad and other hip flexor muscles.
Use lunges for dynamic stretching. Stand with youra little wider than shoulder width apart and step one foot forward. Lower your body by bending at the knees until the back knee is nearly at the floor. Your front knee should be in line with your ankle so that your shin is perpendicular to the floor. Raise up and repeat with the other side.Drop your hips and gently pull your right foot in towards you to deepen the stretch in your right quad
While increased activity on your feet may lead to tight quads, so can inactivity
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