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Kneeling Hip Flexor

How to do the Kneeling Hip Flexor with correct form, the muscles it works, and where it fits a training plan you actually stick to.

IsolationBeginnerStatic
Primary muscles

Quads

Secondary

Quads

Equipment

Bodyweight

Step by step

How to do the Kneeling Hip Flexor

  1. 1

    Kneel on a mat and bring your right knee up so the bottom of your foot is on the floor and extend your left leg out behind you so the top of your foot is on the floor.

  2. 2

    Shift your weight forward until you feel a stretch in your hip. Hold for 15 seconds, then repeat for your other side.

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FAQ

Kneeling Hip Flexor: common questions

What muscles does the Kneeling Hip Flexor work?

The Kneeling Hip Flexor primarily works the Quads. It also recruits the Quads as supporting muscles.

Is the Kneeling Hip Flexor suitable for beginners?

Yes. The Kneeling Hip Flexor is a beginner-level exercise, so it's a solid choice if you're new to training. Start light and focus on the movement pattern before adding load.

What equipment do I need for the Kneeling Hip Flexor?

None. The Kneeling Hip Flexor is a bodyweight exercise, so you can do it without any equipment.

Is the Kneeling Hip Flexor a compound or isolation exercise?

The Kneeling Hip Flexor is an isolation exercise, it targets the quads through a single joint, which makes it useful for focused, targeted work.

How do I do the Kneeling Hip Flexor with correct form?

Kneel on a mat and bring your right knee up so the bottom of your foot is on the floor and extend your left leg out behind you so the top of your foot is on the floor. Follow the full step-by-step above for the complete movement.

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