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Supine Hip External Rotation Stretch

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  • HOW: While laying on your back, bring both knees up placing both feet flat on the ground. Place the ankle of the leg you want to stretch on your opposite knee. Gently push your knee down to feel the stretch.
  • FEEL: You should feel the stretch in the hip muscles and glute.
  • COMPENSATION: Make sure the ankle isn’t too far down your thigh. Keep your hips flat on the ground.

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