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Lying Bent Leg Groin

A expert stretching exercise for the quads, done with a other equipment.

Lying Bent Leg Groin: starting positionLying Bent Leg Groin: finishing position
Main muscles
Quads
Equipment
Other equipment
Level
Expert
Movement
Static

How to do the Lying Bent Leg Groin

  1. Lie on your back with your knees bent and the soles of the feet pressed together. Have your partner hold your knees. This will be your starting position.
  2. Attempt to squeeze your knees together, while your partner prevents any movement from occurring.
  3. After 10-20 seconds, relax your muscles as your partner gently pushes your knees towards the floor. Be sure to inform your helper when the stretch is adequate to prevent injury or overstretching.

Sets and reps

Mobility2–3 holds of 20–40 seconds each side

Log every set in MyoStats and it works out your estimated one-rep max and suggests the next weight or rep target, so you keep progressing without guessing.

Alternatives to the Lying Bent Leg Groin

Questions

What muscles does the Lying Bent Leg Groin work?

Mainly the quads.

Is the Lying Bent Leg Groin good for beginners?

It's rated expert. Beginners can build up to it with Standing Elevated Quad Stretch first.

What can I do instead of the Lying Bent Leg Groin?

Good alternatives that train the quads: Quad Stretch, Standing Elevated Quad Stretch, Intermediate Hip Flexor and Quad Stretch or Lying Prone Quadriceps.

How many sets and reps of the Lying Bent Leg Groin should I do?

Mobility: 2–3 holds of 20–40 seconds each side.

Exercise steps and photos: free-exercise-db (public domain).