Frog Stretch
FlexibilityMuscles stretched
inner thighship flexors
- Equipment
- No equipment
- Level
- Intermediate
- How much to do
- Hold for 45–60 seconds.
How to do it
- Begin on all fours, then widen your knees out to the sides as far as is comfortable.
- Turn your toes out and keep the inner edges of your feet on the floor.
- Lower onto your forearms and keep your back flat.
- Gently rock your hips back toward your heels until you feel your inner thighs open.
- Rock forward to ease off, then back again, breathing slowly throughout.
How to breathe
Breathe slowly in and out through your nose, letting the exhale run longer than the inhale.
Common mistakes
Pushing into pain. A stretch should feel like tension, never a sharp edge; back off until it does.
Rounding your back. Lengthen your spine first, then move — the shape you start in is the shape you keep.
Frequently asked questions
- Which muscles does Frog Stretch stretch?
- Frog Stretch mainly stretches your inner thighs. It also engages your hip flexors.
- What equipment do you need for Frog Stretch?
- None — Frog Stretch is a bodyweight move you can do anywhere.
- Is Frog Stretch good for beginners?
- Frog Stretch suits intermediate exercisers. Build a base first, then add reps.
- How long should you hold Frog Stretch?
- Hold for 45–60 seconds.