Flexibility exercise

Pigeon Pose

How to do it

Start on all fours on a mat with the hands under the shoulders and knees under the hips.
Slide one knee forward and angle the shin across the mat, then extend the opposite leg straight back with the top of the foot resting on the floor.
Square the hips toward the front and walk the hands forward, lowering the chest over the bent leg while keeping the back leg long.
Feel a stretch through the front of the hip and glute of the bent leg while letting the hip settle without shifting weight into the lower back, breathing slowly.
Hold the position for 5 to 8 slow breaths, keeping the breathing even throughout.
Walk the hands back to lift the torso, release the hips, and repeat on the opposite side.

Gluteus MaximusLargest gluteal muscle responsible for hip extension and external rotation. All Gluteus Maximus exercises

Hip FlexorsGroup of muscles including the iliopsoas responsible for lifting the thigh toward the torso. All Hip Flexors exercises