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Hip Adductor Stretch (Flexibility)

  • Sit on the floor. Put the soles of your feet together so your knees are pointed outward.

  • Pull your heels in toward your groin, as close as is comfortable.

  • Put your hands on your knees, and gently push them closer to the floor.

  • Hold for 30 to 60 seconds.

  • Relax and repeat 2 to 3 times.

  • Repeat this exercise 3 times a day.

Woman sitting on floor doing hip adductors exercise.

Online Medical Reviewer: Daphne Pierce-Smith RN MSN
Online Medical Reviewer: Elizabeth Oswald PT DPT
Online Medical Reviewer: Rajadurai Samnishanth Researcher
Date Last Reviewed: 9/1/2024
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