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This is an exercise to stretch the quads muscle.

Remember that stretches need to be done slowly and held for a few seconds to obtain the full benefit,

 

 


In case you cannot see the video, here is a still sequence -

mini stork exercise Lean lightly against a wall or a table with the leg bent to 90 degrees and the foot resting on a chair placed behind you.
mini stork exercise Slowly bend at the hips and lower your body until you can feel your quads taking the stretch. The shoulder, hip and heel should be in a straight line. Hold this position for 10 seconds.
mini stork exercise Stand up again, and repeat 5 times.

 

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