MOBILITYHips Bodyweight
How to Do Couch Stretch
Back foot elevated on couch or wall, front foot forward. Tall spine, squeeze glute of the rear leg. Hold the stretch in the hip flexor.
Step-by-Step Form Guide
Follow these cues for correct Couch Stretch form
1
Setup
Back foot elevated on couch or wall, front foot forward
2
Movement
Tall spine, squeeze glute of the rear leg
3
Lockout
Hold the stretch in the hip flexor
Coaching Cues
✓Posterior pelvic tilt — tuck the tailbone under
✓Squeeze the rear glute actively
✓Keep torso upright, resist the urge to lean forward
Muscles Worked
Primary: Hips
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