Seated Hip Flexor Stretch

A gentle stretch for the front of the hip, done at the edge of a chair.

Illustration of a person seated at the edge of a chair performing a gentle hip flexor stretch
  1. Sit at the edge of your chair, feet flat on the floor.
  2. Slide one foot back slightly, keeping the heel lifted.
  3. Gently press the hip of the back leg forward until you feel a mild stretch at the front of the hip.
  4. Hold, breathing normally. Avoid pushing into sharp pain.
  5. Switch sides halfway through.

Typical duration: about 2 minute(s).

See a doctor now if you have:

  • Sudden severe pain
  • Inability to bear weight
  • Fever with joint pain
  • Numbness
  • Loss of bladder or bowel control
  • Recent trauma