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Couch Stretch

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  • HOW: Begin in a half-kneeling position with your back foot resting on an elevated surface. Make you keep your pelvis tucked then shift forward towards the front leg.
  • FEEL: You will feel a stretch on the front of your thigh of the back leg.
  • COMPENSATION: Avoid arching the back with this exercise.

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