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Quads exercise · assisted

Assisted Prone Lying Quads Stretch

The assisted prone lying quads stretch is an assisted exercise that targets the quads, with the hamstrings and glutes assisting.

Animated demonstration of the assisted prone lying quads stretch
Assisted Prone Lying Quads Stretch — demonstration
Target muscle
Quads
Also works
Hamstrings, glutes
Equipment
Assisted
Body part
Upper legs

How to do the assisted prone lying quads stretch

  1. Lie face down on the ground with your legs extended.
  2. Bend your left knee and reach back with your left hand to grab your left foot or ankle.
  3. Gently pull your left foot towards your glutes, feeling a stretch in your left quad.
  4. Hold the stretch for 20-30 seconds, then release.
  5. Repeat with your right leg.

Sets and reps

Hold each stretch for 20–40 seconds, breathing slowly, and repeat 2–3 times per side. Stretch to mild tension, never pain.

Muscles worked

The main muscle is the quads. The hamstrings and glutes work as secondary muscles. See all quad exercises or every assisted exercise.

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