Hip Flexor Stretch | Pregnancy Exercise on the Birthing Ball | BABYGO®

Hip Flexor Stretch

1st & 2nd Trimester Intermediate
Back Ache & SciaticaHip & Pelvic Discomfort
BABYGO® Birthing Ball

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A grounding hip-opening stretch that helps relieve tightness, support posture and ease pressure through the pelvis and lower back as your bump shifts your alignment.

  • 1

    Sit Tall

    Sit tall on your birthing ball with shoulders relaxed and back pulled in line with your spine.

  • 2

    Extend Right Leg

    Slide your right leg behind the ball until it is fully straight.

  • 3

    Align Posture

    Make sure your back and shoulders are pulled back in line with your spine.

  • 4

    Lean Back

    Lean back slightly, maintaining balance, until you feel a stretch at the top of your thigh.

  • 5

    Deepen & Switch

    Push gently forward on your left knee to deepen the stretch, hold comfortably, then switch sides.

Tip Keep most of your weight on the ball, not on the back leg — the goal is to lengthen the front of the hip, not to lunge.

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