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Video by Capt. Matthew Holfinger

Couch Stretch

U.S. Marine Corps Training and Education Command

June 23, 2017 | 0:42

Lower Body Flexibility & Mobility
Target Area – Hip Flexors, Quads
Preparation:
The Marine will start in the kneeling position with the right foot flat and the left knee on the deck. They will lean forward at the hips and place both hands on the floor and position the left foot on top of a box or bench that is knee cap high. The Marine will ensure that their shin is making contact with the front of the box or is in a straight line up and down from the deck.
Execution:
The Marine will try to push themselves fully upright while keeping the front foot and the rear knee on the deck. They will activate the glute of the side that is being stretched.
Common Mistakes: - Not keeping front foot flat
- Not getting shin straight up & down