Quadriceps Stretch (Flexibility)

  1. Stand up straight and hold onto a wall, sturdy chair, railing, or table with your right hand.

  2. Bend your left leg at the knee behind you, and grab your ankle with your left hand. Pull your left heel toward your buttocks. Don’t arch your back.

  3. Hold for  30 to 60 seconds.. Repeat  2 times.

  4. Switch legs and repeat.

Online Medical Reviewer: Raymond Turley Jr PA-C
Online Medical Reviewer: Stacey Wojcik MBA BSN RN
Online Medical Reviewer: Thomas N Joseph MD
Date Last Reviewed: 7/1/2022
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