How to do the Assisted Prone Rectus Femoris Stretch
Assisted Prone Rectus Femoris Stretch is a beginner single-joint isolation pushing exercise targeting the Abs in the Waist region. Performed using assisted, it falls under the flexibility category. Secondary muscles engaged include Quadriceps.
Assisted Prone Rectus Femoris Stretch demonstration · © GymiaFit
Assisted Prone Rectus Femoris Stretch at a glance
- Primary muscles
- Abs
- Secondary muscles
- Quadriceps
- Equipment
- Assisted
- Level
- Beginner
- Type
- Isolation (single-joint)
- Force
- Push
Assisted Prone Rectus Femoris Stretch step by step
- 1Lie face down on the ground with your legs straight.
- 2Bend your right knee and reach back with your right hand to grab your right foot or ankle.
- 3Gently pull your right foot or ankle towards your glutes, feeling a stretch in the front of your right thigh.
- 4Hold the stretch for 20-30 seconds.
- 5Release and repeat on the other side.
Assisted Prone Rectus Femoris Stretch — questions
What muscles does the Assisted Prone Rectus Femoris Stretch work?
The Assisted Prone Rectus Femoris Stretch primarily targets the Abs. It also recruits the Quadriceps as secondary movers.
What equipment do I need for the Assisted Prone Rectus Femoris Stretch?
You need assisted. If your gym does not have it, the alternatives listed further down train the same muscles with different kit.
Is the Assisted Prone Rectus Femoris Stretch suitable for beginners?
Yes. It is classed as a beginner movement: the pattern is simple enough to learn in a session and easy to scale by adjusting range of motion or load.
What can I do instead of the Assisted Prone Rectus Femoris Stretch?
Assisted Hanging Knee Raise, Assisted Sit-up, 3/4 Sit-up train the same muscles and make good substitutes when the equipment is taken or the movement does not suit you.
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