This exercise is particularly helpful for loosening up the hips. Tight hips can cause low back pain, knee pain, and all sorts of problems with leg mobility that can result in foot pain.
#1 stand close to a support shelf that stands about as high as your upper thigh. Carefully lift your leg and fold it onto the surface in front of you. You shouldn't feel pain in the knee or around it. Lay the outer portion of the leg in full contact with the surface.
#2 keeping your back completely straight; lower your upper body toward the elevated leg.
#3 hold the position and breathe deeply. Hold the stretch for about 30 seconds. Come out of the position slowly then change legs. Repeat each leg twice
Before starting this exercise program, see your doctor and verify that these exercises are suitable for your condition.
#1 stand close to a support shelf that stands about as high as your upper thigh. Carefully lift your leg and fold it onto the surface in front of you. You shouldn't feel pain in the knee or around it. Lay the outer portion of the leg in full contact with the surface.
#2 keeping your back completely straight; lower your upper body toward the elevated leg.
#3 hold the position and breathe deeply. Hold the stretch for about 30 seconds. Come out of the position slowly then change legs. Repeat each leg twice
Before starting this exercise program, see your doctor and verify that these exercises are suitable for your condition.
