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Exercise 1714 · REF 2Ryn564

Assisted Prone Rectus Femoris Stretch exercise animation

Assisted Prone Rectus Femoris Stretch

Category
Waist
Equipment
Assisted
Target
Abs

Targeting the rectus femoris specifically means extending the hip while the knee stays bent, since that muscle crosses both joints and doesn't fully stretch unless both are addressed at once. Most standing quad stretches only bend the knee and miss half the muscle. This one is worth adding if quad tightness persists despite regular quad stretching.

How to Do the Assisted Prone Rectus Femoris Stretch

  1. Lie face down on the ground with your legs straight.
  2. Bend your right knee and reach back with your right hand to grab your right foot or ankle.
  3. Gently pull your right foot or ankle towards your glutes, feeling a stretch in the front of your right thigh.
  4. Hold the stretch for 20-30 seconds.
  5. Release and repeat on the other side.

Muscles Worked

The Assisted Prone Rectus Femoris Stretch primarily targets the Abs, with Quadriceps as the primary synergist muscle group.

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Equipment Alternatives

Don't have assisted? These target the same abs with different equipment.

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FAQ

What muscles does the Assisted Prone Rectus Femoris Stretch work?
The Assisted Prone Rectus Femoris Stretch primarily targets the abs, with the quadriceps as the main supporting muscle group.
What equipment do I need for the Assisted Prone Rectus Femoris Stretch?
The Assisted Prone Rectus Femoris Stretch is done with a assisted.
What's a good alternative to the Assisted Prone Rectus Femoris Stretch?
If you don't have access to a assisted, the 3/4 Sit-Up targets the same abs using body weight instead.