Exercise
Quad Stretch
Also known as: side lying quad stretch, belt quad stretch, strap quad stretch
Quad Stretch is an exercise for the quadriceps. Main target: rectus femoris. Also works: vastus lateralis and vastus medialis. Equipment: other.
EquipmentOther
MovementStatic hold
CategoryStretching
Muscles worked
How to do it
- Lay on your side. Loop a belt, rope, or band around your top foot. Flex the knee and extend your hip, attempting to touch your glutes with your foot, and holding the belt with your hands. This will be your starting position.
- With the belt being held over the shoulder or overhead, gently pull to increase the stretch in the quadriceps. Hold for 10-20 seconds, and then switch sides.
Similar exercises
Standing Elevated Quad Stretch
Other
Rectus femoris
Intermediate Hip Flexor and Quad Stretch
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On-Your-Back Quad Stretch
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Bicycling
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Single-Cone Sprint Drill
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Backward Drag
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Alternatives with other equipment
All Fours Quad Stretch
Bodyweight
Rectus femoris
Quadriceps-SMR
Foam roll
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Hip Flexion with Band
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Leg Press
Machine
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Goblet Squat
Kettlebell
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Front Barbell Squat
Barbell
Vastus lateralisVastus medialisRectus femoris
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