How to Do Standing Elevated Quad Stretch
Step-by-step instructions, muscles worked and workouts that use the standing elevated quad stretch.
| Main muscles | Quads |
| Also works | — |
| Equipment | Other |
| Level | Beginner |
| Type | Stretching |
How to do it
- Start by standing with your back about two to three feet away from a bench or step.
- Lift one leg behind you and rest your foot on the step,either on your instep or the ball of your foot, whichever you find most comfortable.
- Keep your supporting knee slightly bent and avoid letting that knee extend out beyond your toes. Switch sides.
Form tips
- Start light and own the movement before adding weight.
- Control the lowering phase — don't drop into it.
- Keep breathing; exhale on the hardest part.
- Stop if you feel sharp pain (different from muscle burn).
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