How to do it
Keep a slight bend in your standing knee to maintain your balance.
- 1
Stand upright and shift your weight onto your left foot.
- 2
Bend your right knee and bring your heel towards your glute, grabbing your right ankle with your right hand.
- 3
Hold the position, keeping your knees together and your torso upright.
- 4
Hold the stretch for 20-30 seconds, then switch legs and repeat.
Expert tip
Keep your knees close together during the stretch to maximize the tension on your quadriceps.
Common mistakes
- ✕Arching the lower back during the hold
- ✕Leaning the torso forward
- ✕Gripping the foot instead of the ankle