How to do it
Direct your body weight into the roller by pressing through the top foot.
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Lie on your side with a foam roller under your hip.
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Cross your top leg over and place the foot flat on the floor for support.
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Roll slowly along the outer thigh, from the hip to just above the knee.
- 4
Pause on any tender spots for several seconds, breathing deeply.
- 5
Repeat on the other side after completing the set.
Expert tip
Move slowly over the foam roller and spend extra time on any tight spots. Keep your core engaged to support your body weight.
Common mistakes
- ✕Rolling past the knee joint line
- ✕Letting the bottom hip sag toward the floor
- ✕Placing the roller directly on the hip bone