Knee to Chest
Knee to Chest
Proper Technique:
- Lie on the floor, face up, flex one knee and bring it to hip level
- Grasp the hamstrings with both hands and pull the knee closer to the lateral aspect of the shoulder on the same side of the body
Targeted Musculature
- Adductors
- Gluteus
RECOMMENDED LINKS
- Read about the benefits of a proper warm up routine
- http://www.fit-2-hit.com - Blog on Athletic Conditioning & Health
- http://www.conditioning-coach.com - Tennis & Conditioning Coach
Improper Technique:
Grasping the hamstring and pulling the knee closer to the body and chest will not provide for a particularly effective stretch.
Positions:
Common Errors:
Neglecting to pull the knee to the lateral aspect of the shoulder which negates any stretch of the adductor magnus.
- Stretching: