Pigeon Pose Stretch
Muscle Groups: Adductors, Hips, Quads
Pigeon Pose Stretch focuses on Adductors, Hips, Quads.
How to Perform
Follow these step-by-step instructions to perform Pigeon Pose Stretch with proper form and technique.
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Start on your hands and knees in a tabletop position.
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Bring your right knee forward and place it behind your right wrist.
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Angle your right shin across your mat, aiming to get it as parallel to the front edge as comfortable.
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Extend your left leg straight back behind you, keeping your left hip pointing towards the floor.
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Square your hips towards the front of your mat, ensuring your weight is evenly distributed.
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You can stay upright on your hands or slowly lower your torso forward over your front leg.
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Rest your forearms or forehead on the mat to deepen the stretch.
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To release, gently push back up and return to tabletop or downward dog, then repeat on the other side.
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These exercises work the same primary muscles as Pigeon Pose Stretch, making them excellent alternatives for variety in your training program or complementary movements to include in the same workout session. Mixing different exercises that target similar muscle groups helps prevent plateaus, reduces overuse injuries, and keeps your workouts engaging and effective.
