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Mobility

Leg Swings — Front to Back

Dynamic hip flexor and hamstring mobility. Progressively increases range of motion with each swing through the sagittal plane.

Beginner

About This Exercise

Dynamic hip flexor and hamstring mobility. Progressively increases range of motion with each swing through the sagittal plane.

1Setup

Stand next to a wall or rack for balance. Shift weight to one leg.

2Execution

Swing the free leg forward and backward like a pendulum. Start with small swings and progressively increase range of motion. Keep the leg relatively straight. After all reps, switch sides.

Pro Tips

  • Stand tall — do not lean forward and backward with the swing
  • Let the swing range gradually increase — do not force it
  • Keep the swinging leg relaxed, not rigid
  • Each swing should feel freer than the last

Safety Notes

  • !Hold something for balance — this is about hip mobility, not balance challenge

Train This Exercise

Quick workout with this exercise

Muscles Worked

Front

Back

How to programme it

Sets1
Default reps15
Rep range10–20
Rest0 sec
Movement patternHip Mobility