{"id":21598,"date":"2021-04-22T21:59:28","date_gmt":"2021-04-22T21:59:28","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/?p=21598"},"modified":"2024-12-16T08:35:01","modified_gmt":"2024-12-16T08:35:01","slug":"yoga-poses-for-hips","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/yoga-poses-for-hips\/","title":{"rendered":"Yoga Poses For Hips: Giving Your Lower Body A Good Stretch!"},"content":{"rendered":"<div id=\"ez-toc-container\" class=\"ez-toc-v2_0_75 counter-hierarchy ez-toc-counter ez-toc-grey ez-toc-container-direction\">\n<div class=\"ez-toc-title-container\">\n<span class=\"ez-toc-title-toggle\"><\/span><\/div>\n<nav><ul class='ez-toc-list ez-toc-list-level-1 ' ><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-1\" href=\"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/yoga-poses-for-hips\/#Yoga_For_Hips\" >Yoga For Hips<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-2\" href=\"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/yoga-poses-for-hips\/#Pigeon_Pose\" >Pigeon Pose<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-3\" href=\"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/yoga-poses-for-hips\/#Bridge_Pose\" >Bridge Pose<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-4\" href=\"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/yoga-poses-for-hips\/#Frog_Pose\" >Frog Pose<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-5\" href=\"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/yoga-poses-for-hips\/#Crescent_Lunge_Twist\" >Crescent Lunge Twist<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-6\" href=\"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/yoga-poses-for-hips\/#Two-Knee_Twist\" >Two-Knee Twist<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-7\" href=\"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/yoga-poses-for-hips\/#Low_Lunge_Pose\" >Low Lunge Pose<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-8\" href=\"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/yoga-poses-for-hips\/#The_Best_Hip_Stretches\" >The Best Hip Stretches<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-9\" href=\"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/yoga-poses-for-hips\/#External_Hip_Rotation\" >External Hip Rotation<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-10\" href=\"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/yoga-poses-for-hips\/#Hip_Flexion\" >Hip Flexion<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-11\" href=\"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/yoga-poses-for-hips\/#Hip_Flexor_And_Quadriceps_Stretch\" >Hip Flexor And Quadriceps Stretch<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-12\" href=\"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/yoga-poses-for-hips\/#Pelvic_Tilts\" >Pelvic Tilts<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-13\" href=\"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/yoga-poses-for-hips\/#Knee_Lifts\" >Knee Lifts<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-14\" href=\"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/yoga-poses-for-hips\/#Guide_To_Doing_Yoga_For_Hips\" >Guide To Doing Yoga For Hips<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-15\" href=\"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/yoga-poses-for-hips\/#The_Bottom_Line\" >The Bottom Line<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-16\" href=\"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/yoga-poses-for-hips\/#Get_your_personalized\" >Get your personalized<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-4' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-4'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-17\" href=\"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/yoga-poses-for-hips\/#DISCLAIMER\" >DISCLAIMER:<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-4'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-18\" href=\"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/yoga-poses-for-hips\/#SOURCES\" >SOURCES:<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><\/ul><\/li><\/ul><\/nav><\/div>\n<p>Of the many health problems most people report today, tight hips and lower back pain tend to top the list. These ailments are on the rise, mainly because most people today spend majority of their time sitting down. Sitting down for extended durations limits how long and how much you exercise your hip muscles. So, if you sit for extended durations, your hip muscles are not exercised, and as a result, they become stiff or tight. Tightness in your hip muscles is not only discomforting but also limits your motion. It might explain why you are advised to perform <a href=\"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/yoga-after-eating\/\">yoga<\/a> poses for hips regularly.<\/p>\n<a href=\"https:\/\/quiz.betterme.world\/en\/first-page-generated-gender?flow=933&amp;utm_source=Blog&amp;utm_medium=Blog&amp;utm_campaign=Yoga_Poses_For_Hips\" target=\"_blank\"><video autoplay=\"autoplay\" loop=\"loop\" muted=\"muted\" playsinline=\"playsinline\" width=\"777\"><source src=\"https:\/\/cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/06\/ezgif.com-gif-to-mp4-2.mp4\" type=\"video\/mp4\" \/><\/video><\/a>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">If you are new to <a href=\"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/power-yoga-calories-burned\/\">yoga<\/a>, then identifying yoga poses for hips can be as challenging as finding a needle in a haystack. Do not worry, though, as this article will discuss some of the best yoga poses for hips. We will look at the best poses and stretches to improve hip flexibility and reduce hip tightness. Read on for insight on yoga poses and stretches to add to your routine for improved flexibility, wider hips, and reduced tightness.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<h2 style=\"text-align: center;\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Yoga_For_Hips\"><\/span><b>Yoga For Hips<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><a href=\"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/tabata-yoga\/\">Yoga<\/a> is one of the most popular practices in the fitness industry, perhaps due to its vast array of health benefits. It can help promote strength, flexibility, endurance, calmness, and overall well-being (<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.medicalnewstoday.com\/articles\/286745\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">8<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">). There are numerous types of yoga, including restorative, Kundalini, Hatha, prenatal, and Iyengar yoga.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Although they all have different concepts, the underlying factor is that they promote the same health benefits. Some people think that yoga can only help in improving concentration and not targeting various body parts. On the contrary, you can work on specific body areas using yoga. In our case, we will be targeting the hip flexors.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">You can use yoga to target your hip muscles, especially if they are stiff or in pain. Similarly, you can also perform various yoga techniques for wider hips. However, before you try any of the listed yoga poses or stretches, you are advised to first talk to your doctor.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">If you do get their clearance, sit down with your yoga instructor and compile a workout plan from the listed exercises. Curious to know what these yoga poses for hips are? Well, let us dive straight into it!<\/span><\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/quiz.betterme.world\/en\/first-page-generated-gender?flow=933&amp;utm_source=Blog&amp;utm_medium=Blog&amp;utm_campaign=Yoga_Poses_For_Hips\"><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter wp-image-31438 size-large\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/04\/Frame-3914-1024x576.png\" alt=\"yoga poses for hips\" width=\"770\" height=\"433\" srcset=\"https:\/\/cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/04\/Frame-3914.png 1024w, https:\/\/cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/04\/Frame-3914-300x169.png 300w, https:\/\/cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/04\/Frame-3914.png 768w, https:\/\/cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/04\/Frame-3914.png 1152w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 770px) 100vw, 770px\" \/><\/a><\/p>\n<h3 style=\"text-align: center;\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Pigeon_Pose\"><\/span><b>Pigeon Pose<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><b>Benefits:\u00a0<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">If you are looking for yoga poses for hips <a href=\"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/is-yoga-or-pilates-better-for-weight-loss\/\">flexibility<\/a>, then look no further. The Pigeon Pose is one of the best yoga postures to stretch and improve flexibility in your external hip rotator (<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.medicalnewstoday.com\/articles\/326922\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">7<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">).\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The hip external rotators are vital for daily movements that require you to place most of your body weight on one leg, for example, getting into a car. Doing the Pigeon Pose will help improve flexibility in this area and reduce injuries or weaknesses that may arise from extended periods of inactivity (<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.medicalnewstoday.com\/articles\/326922\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">7<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">).\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><b>How to:<\/b><\/p>\n<ol>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Start on all fours and bring your right knee towards your right wrist. Position your right ankle in front of your left hip. Bring your shin as close to perpendicular to your left leg as possible.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Slide your left leg back and keep it extended. Make sure your toes are pointed such that your heel is facing towards the ceiling.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Inhale, elongate your spine, pull in your navel, and come up onto your fingertips.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Exhale and lower your upper body to the floor. If you can, go ahead and rest both your arms and forehead on the floor.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Hold this position for five slow and deep breaths.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Push through your hands and lift your hips. It will move you back onto all your fours.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Do the same on the other side.<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ol>\n<p><b>Quick Note:\u00a0<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">You can easily injure yourself while doing this <a href=\"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/what-to-eat-before-yoga\/\">yoga<\/a> move if you do not use the correct alignment or posture. Learn how to do this pose by seeking help from a certified instructor or yogi. Alternatively, you can start with simple variations before doing this pose. Also, do this pose regularly if you want to find the proper alignment and improve your hips <a href=\"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/yoga-before-or-after-workout\/\">flexibility<\/a>.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><i><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><strong>Read More:<\/strong> <a href=\"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/intermediate-yoga-poses\/\">Intermediate Yoga Poses: Putting A Fun Yet Challenging Spin On Your Yoga Routine<\/a><\/span><\/i><\/p>\n<h3 style=\"text-align: center;\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Bridge_Pose\"><\/span><b>Bridge Pose<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><b>Benefits:\u00a0<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Besides working your glutes, the Bridge Pose also stretches and strengthens the muscles around your hips. It helps in fighting any stiffness in the hip region and related injuries (<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.webmd.com\/fitness-exercise\/ss\/slideshow-yoga-pose-basics\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">5<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">).<\/span><\/p>\n<p><b>How to:\u00a0<\/b><\/p>\n<ol>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Lie on your back with your arms resting by your sides, palms facing downward, and knees bent. Try to pull in your heels close to your rear.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Press your hips up until your thighs are parallel to the floor. Again, try to lift your hips as high as you can without feeling any pain or discomfort. Bring your hands together beneath you.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Think about pushing your knees forward and pulling your pubic bone towards your navel.\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Slightly lift your chin and slide your shoulder blades down. Also, widen your collarbones.\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Hold this position between 30 and 60 seconds.\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Slowly lower your hips back to the floor. Rest for some seconds and repeat.<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ol>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/quiz.betterme.world\/en\/first-page-generated-gender?flow=933&amp;utm_source=Blog&amp;utm_medium=Blog&amp;utm_campaign=Yoga_Poses_For_Hips\"><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter wp-image-34528 size-large\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/06\/8-7-1024x576.jpg\" alt=\"yoga poses for hips\" width=\"770\" height=\"433\" srcset=\"https:\/\/cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/06\/8-7.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/06\/8-7-300x169.jpg 300w, https:\/\/cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/06\/8-7.jpg 768w, https:\/\/cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/06\/8-7-1636x920.jpg 1636w, https:\/\/cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/06\/8-7.jpg 1920w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 770px) 100vw, 770px\" \/><\/a><\/p>\n<h3 style=\"text-align: center;\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Frog_Pose\"><\/span><b>Frog Pose<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><b>Benefits:\u00a0<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The Frog Pose is categorized among the yoga poses for wider hips. It is because it helps in opening up your hips. It is also an excellent <a href=\"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/yoga-poses-for-weight-loss\/\">yoga<\/a> posture to try to target and stretch your inner thighs.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><b>How to:\u00a0<\/b><\/p>\n<ol>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Get down on all your fours. Make sure your palms and knees are firmly pressed on the floor. If the floor is uneven or rough, place a mat to avoid any injuries or discomfort.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Slowly start widening your knees until you start feeling your inner thighs stretch. You can widen your knees as much as you can without any discomfort or pain. Keep the inside of each calf and foot on the floor when you are widening your knees. Similarly, remember to keep your ankles aligned with your knees.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Lower your forearms, keep your back straight, and hold this position for at least 30 seconds.\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ol>\n<p><b>Quick Note:<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">\u00a0You may tend to sustain injuries when doing the Frog Pose if you do it on a rough surface. So, use a yoga mat when doing this exercise. Likewise, listen to your body and widen your knees to a point where you are comfortable. Like with any other yoga technique, overstretching can be fatal and lead to pain, injuries, or discomfort.<\/span><\/p>\n<h3 style=\"text-align: center;\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Crescent_Lunge_Twist\"><\/span><b>Crescent Lunge Twist<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><b>Benefits:\u00a0<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The Crescent Lunge Twist is one of the poses you can do to stretch your hips. It can also help promote a bowel movement and prevent constipation as it entails the twisting of the torso (<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.medicalnewstoday.com\/articles\/327086\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">1<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">).\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><b>How to:<\/b><\/p>\n<ol>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Start in a standing position and lunge forward using your right leg. You will have to bend your right knee but maintain the left leg straight.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Clasp your hands in front of your chest and then slowly start to bend your upper body towards your right knee. It would help if you led the movement using your left shoulder. As you do this, remember to keep your back straight and neutral and chest upright.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Hold the pose for a couple of breaths before returning to the starting position.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Repeat the technique on the opposite leg.<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ol>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/quiz.betterme.world\/en\/first-page-generated-gender?flow=933&amp;utm_source=Blog&amp;utm_medium=Blog&amp;utm_campaign=Yoga_Poses_For_Hips\"><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter wp-image-31916 size-large\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/07\/14-1024x576.png\" alt=\"How To Start A Healthy Lifestyle\" width=\"770\" height=\"433\" srcset=\"https:\/\/cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/07\/14.png 1024w, https:\/\/cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/07\/14-300x169.png 300w, https:\/\/cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/07\/14.png 768w, https:\/\/cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/07\/14.png 1344w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 770px) 100vw, 770px\" \/><\/a><\/p>\n<h3 style=\"text-align: center;\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Two-Knee_Twist\"><\/span><b>Two-Knee Twist<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><b>Benefits:\u00a0<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The Two-Knee Twist <a href=\"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/yoga-vs-stretching\/\">yoga<\/a> technique is one of the best and gentle ways of opening your hips (<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.medicalnewstoday.com\/articles\/yoga-for-back-pain#cat-cow-pose\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">4<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">). It is also an excellent technique for stretching your back and relieving any pain (<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.medicalnewstoday.com\/articles\/yoga-for-back-pain#cat-cow-pose\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">4<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">).<\/span><\/p>\n<p><b>How to:<\/b><\/p>\n<ol>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Lie flat with your back on the floor and bend your knees and bring them towards your chest. Extend your arms to either side of your body.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Gently start rotating your knees towards the left side, lowering them towards the floor. Keep your knees together throughout the movement. Remember to rotate your head to the right and keep your shoulders against the floor throughout this movement.\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Rest your knees on a pillow or the floor. Hold this position for 20 or 30 seconds.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Slowly lift your knees and tilt your head to the initial position.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Repeat on the opposite side.\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ol>\n<p><b>Quick Note:<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">\u00a0Any movement that entails twisting must be done under the guidance of a certified yoga instructor. If any twisting technique is done incorrectly, you risk injuring your back or worsening any existing back pain or problems.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><strong>If you struggle to even flirt with the idea of giving up your favorite foods or working out till your legs give way \u2013 BetterMe app is here to breathe a fresh perspective into the way you view the weight loss process! Check out the app and <a href=\"https:\/\/quiz.betterme.world\/en\/first-page-generated-gender?flow=933&amp;utm_source=Blog&amp;utm_medium=Blog&amp;utm_campaign=Yoga_Poses_For_Hips\">experience the fun side of fitness and dieting<\/a> with BetterMe!<\/strong><\/p>\n<h3 style=\"text-align: center;\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Low_Lunge_Pose\"><\/span><b>Low Lunge Pose<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><b>Benefits:\u00a0<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The Low Lunge Pose targets the hip flexors and can help in improving their <a href=\"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/hot-yoga-weight-loss\/\">flexibility<\/a>. WebMD also ranks this yoga pose as one of the postures that can help you age better, build strength, and keep you flexible (<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.webmd.com\/healthy-aging\/features\/yoga-for-seniors#1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">3<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">). Likewise, the posture also offers the lunge benefits, with an added advantage of increased back leg stability.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><b>How to:<\/b><\/p>\n<ol>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Stand upright with your feet hip-distance apart. Your arms should be resting by your sides.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Step the right foot forward and start to bend slowly. Bend the knee until it is directly over your ankle.\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Keep your left leg straight and behind you. You can choose to have either your shin or knee resting on the floor. If necessary, you can place a towel under your back leg.\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Press your hands or fingers into the ground to the side of your right heel. Keep your upper body lifted.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Breathe normally for 20 seconds and maintain this stance. Return to the standing position and repeat on the opposite leg.<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ol>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/quiz.betterme.world\/en\/first-page-generated-gender?flow=933&amp;utm_source=Blog&amp;utm_medium=Blog&amp;utm_campaign=Yoga_Poses_For_Hips\"><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter wp-image-32001 size-large\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/02\/10-1-1024x576.jpg\" alt=\"yoga poses for hips\" width=\"770\" height=\"433\" srcset=\"https:\/\/cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/02\/10-1.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/02\/10-1-300x169.jpg 300w, https:\/\/cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/02\/10-1.jpg 768w, https:\/\/cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/02\/10-1-1636x920.jpg 1636w, https:\/\/cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/02\/10-1.jpg 1920w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 770px) 100vw, 770px\" \/><\/a><\/p>\n<h2 style=\"text-align: center;\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"The_Best_Hip_Stretches\"><\/span><b>The Best Hip Stretches<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">If yoga is not your cup of tea, then you can shift to hip stretches to help fight stiffness and improve flexibility. Below are some of the best and safest stretches to help in loosening up your hip flexors:<\/span><\/p>\n<h3 style=\"text-align: center;\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"External_Hip_Rotation\"><\/span><b>External Hip Rotation<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><b>Benefits:\u00a0<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The External Hip Rotation move can help strengthen hips, relieve hip pain, and improve joint mobility (<\/span><a href=\"http:\/\/medicalnewstoday.com\/articles\/325029#double-hip-rotation\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">6<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">). It can also reduce stiffness in your hip area, making it one of the best yoga poses for tight hips.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><b>How to:<\/b><\/p>\n<ol>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Start by sitting on a mat with your legs stretched in front.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Bend both legs at your knees and bring the soles of both feet together.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Place your hands on top of each of their respective knees and gently push them towards the floor. Make sure you are applying enough pressure to give you a good stretch. However, do not push so much until it is either uncomfortable or painful.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Hold the stretch for 10 seconds and then relax.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Repeat.<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ol>\n<p><b>Reps:<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">\u00a05 to 10 times<\/span><\/p>\n<h3 style=\"text-align: center;\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Hip_Flexion\"><\/span><b>Hip Flexion<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><b>Benefits:\u00a0<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Hip Flexion ranks among the best stretches to relieve hip pain and reduce tightness or stiffness in your hips (<\/span><a href=\"http:\/\/medicalnewstoday.com\/articles\/325029#double-hip-rotation\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">6<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">).<\/span><\/p>\n<p><b>How to:<\/b><\/p>\n<ol>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Stand upright and close to a sturdy surface such as a wall, bench, or chair. You will need any of the following for support when performing hip flexions.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Stretch one arm to the side and let it hold on to the sturdy surface. You can place the other arm on your hips.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Start to slowly raise your right knee to your hip level or as high as you can comfortably lift it. Keep the left leg straight and firmly pressed on the floor.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">While your right knee lifts to your hip level, hold this position for a second. After that, release and place it back on the floor.\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Repeat with your left knee. Alternatively, you can complete the reps on this side before switching sides.<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ol>\n<p><b>Reps:<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">\u00a05 to 10<\/span><\/p>\n<p><b>Sets:<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">\u00a02<\/span><\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/quiz.betterme.world\/en\/first-page-generated-gender?flow=933&amp;utm_source=Blog&amp;utm_medium=Blog&amp;utm_campaign=Yoga_Poses_For_Hips\"><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter wp-image-32574 size-large\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/02\/11-1024x576.jpg\" alt=\"yoga poses for hips\" width=\"770\" height=\"433\" srcset=\"https:\/\/cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/02\/11.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/02\/11-300x169.jpg 300w, https:\/\/cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/02\/11.jpg 768w, https:\/\/cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/02\/11-1636x920.jpg 1636w, https:\/\/cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/02\/11.jpg 1920w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 770px) 100vw, 770px\" \/><\/a><\/p>\n<h3 style=\"text-align: center;\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Hip_Flexor_And_Quadriceps_Stretch\"><\/span><b>Hip Flexor And Quadriceps Stretch<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><b>Benefits:\u00a0<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The Hip Flexor and Quadriceps Stretch helps in alleviating tight hips that may occur when tension builds up in your hip flexors (<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.medicalnewstoday.com\/articles\/325377#_noHeaderPrefixedContent\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">9<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">).\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><b>How to:\u00a0<\/b><\/p>\n<ol>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Stand upright facing a wall with your feet hip-width apart. Place your hands on the wall for extra support and balance.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Take a step back using your right foot. While doing this, try and keep your knee bent.\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Slightly bend your left knee and make sure that it does not go beyond the toes.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Clench your butt muscles and keep them under your hips. You will feel a gentle pulling sensation in front of your right hip and thigh.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Stay in this position for a minute.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Repeat on the opposite side.\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ol>\n<h3 style=\"text-align: center;\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Pelvic_Tilts\"><\/span><b>Pelvic Tilts<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><b>Benefits:\u00a0<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Doing a pelvic title will help you stretch tight muscles in your hips or lower back (<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.medicalnewstoday.com\/articles\/325385\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">2<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">).\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><b>How to:\u00a0<\/b><\/p>\n<ol>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Lie on your back with your knees bent and feet pressed on the ground.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Tighten your abdominal muscles and relax your back to give it a slight curve to the spine.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Hold this position for 10 seconds and remember to breathe normally.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Release and repeat<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ol>\n<p><b>Reps:<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">\u00a010<\/span><\/p>\n<p><b>Sets:<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">\u00a02<\/span><\/p>\n<p><i><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><strong>Read More:<\/strong> <a href=\"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/yoga-to-lose-weight-in-10-days\/\">Yoga To Lose Weight In 10 Days: Nothing But A Yoga Mat And Your Own Body Weight<\/a><\/span><\/i><\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/quiz.betterme.world\/en\/first-page-generated-gender?flow=933&amp;utm_source=Blog&amp;utm_medium=Blog&amp;utm_campaign=Yoga_Poses_For_Hips\"><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter wp-image-33425 size-large\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/11\/Frame-4926-1024x576.png\" alt=\"yoga poses for hips\" width=\"770\" height=\"433\" srcset=\"https:\/\/cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/11\/Frame-4926.png 1024w, https:\/\/cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/11\/Frame-4926-300x169.png 300w, https:\/\/cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/11\/Frame-4926.png 768w, https:\/\/cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/11\/Frame-4926.png 1344w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 770px) 100vw, 770px\" \/><\/a><\/p>\n<h3 style=\"text-align: center;\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Knee_Lifts\"><\/span><b>Knee Lifts<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><b>Benefits:\u00a0<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Knee lifts can also help stretch the muscles around your hip joint and reduce stiffness in this area (<\/span><a href=\"http:\/\/medicalnewstoday.com\/articles\/325029#double-hip-rotation\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">6<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">). You can, therefore, do knee lifts if you are trying to get rid of tight hips. However, Medical News Today recommends you perform knee lifts when you are less stiff and experiencing little pain. This is after you have relaxed these muscles, perhaps by taking a warm shower (<\/span><a href=\"http:\/\/medicalnewstoday.com\/articles\/325029#double-hip-rotation\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">6<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">).<\/span><\/p>\n<p><b>How to:\u00a0<\/b><\/p>\n<ol>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Lie on your back and extend both of your legs flat and on the floor. Keep your back straight and face up towards the ceiling.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Slowly start to pull your right knee up. It will appear as if you are trying to hug your right knee. Pull it as close as you can to your chest. Use both hands to help you pull the knee towards the chest. As you do this, remember to keep your left leg straight and rested on the floor.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Hold this stretch for at least 10 seconds.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Let go of the knee and gently rest the right leg on the floor.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Repeat and later switch legs.<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ol>\n<p><b>Reps:<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">\u00a05 to 10\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<h2 style=\"text-align: center;\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Guide_To_Doing_Yoga_For_Hips\"><\/span><b>Guide To Doing Yoga For Hips<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Perhaps reading this piece has made you think of doing these poses first thing tomorrow morning. Good for you! Such motivation is vital in any yoga or exercise program. However, before you start doing these poses and stretches, you must understand the following:<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">You need the guidance of a certified yoga instructor to help you learn the correct technique of these poses.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">You need to practice these poses and stretches regularly for maximum benefits.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Some poses may have variations, which may be appropriate depending on your fitness level. Talk to your instructor to determine what variation of each pose or stretch suits you best.<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"The_Bottom_Line\"><\/span><b>The Bottom Line<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">If you are trying to get rid of hip tightness or improve hips flexibility, then yoga is an excellent option. However, as we all know, there are hundreds of yoga poses available. You cannot randomly pick any yoga technique online and expect it to help you attain your fitness goals.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Instead, you have to limit your search to yoga poses for hips. Some of the best yoga poses for hips and lower back pain are the Bridge and Frog Pose. If you want some yoga poses for flexibility, try the Pigeon, Crescent Lunge, Low Lunge, and Two-Knee Twist.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">If yoga is not your thing, then try stretching exercises targeting your hips. They can also help improve flexibility and fight tightness in your hips. The best stretches to try include hip flexions, external hip rotation, pelvic tilts, knee lifts, and the hip flexor and quadriceps stretch.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">As always, talk to your doctor and fitness coach before starting an exercise program or making changes to an existing one. 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Any action you take upon the information presented in this article is strictly at your own risk and responsibility!<\/span><\/p>\n<h4><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"SOURCES\"><\/span><b>SOURCES:<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h4>\n<ol>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.medicalnewstoday.com\/articles\/327086\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">8 yoga poses to relieve constipation<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> (2019, medicalnewstoday.com)<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.medicalnewstoday.com\/articles\/325385\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">7 stretches and exercises for scoliosis<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> (2019, medicalnewstoday.com)<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.webmd.com\/healthy-aging\/features\/yoga-for-seniors#1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">6 Yoga Poses That Age Well<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> (2019, webmd.com)<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.medicalnewstoday.com\/articles\/yoga-for-back-pain#cat-cow-pose\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">6 yoga poses to help with back pain<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> (2020, medicalnewstoday.com)<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.webmd.com\/fitness-exercise\/ss\/slideshow-yoga-pose-basics\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">12 Basic Yoga Poses<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> (2019, webmd.com)<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><a href=\"about:blank\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Exercises and stretches for hip pain<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> (2019, medicalnewstoday.com)<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.medicalnewstoday.com\/articles\/326922\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Hip external rotation: Stretches, exercises, and more<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> (2019, medicalnewstoday.com)<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.medicalnewstoday.com\/articles\/286745\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">How does yoga work?<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> (2021, medicalnewstoday.com)<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.medicalnewstoday.com\/articles\/325377#_noHeaderPrefixedContent\">Stretches for tight hips: Tips and how to do them<\/a> (2019, medicalnewstoday.com)<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Of the many health problems most people report today, tight hips and lower back pain tend to top the list. These ailments are on the rise, mainly because most people today spend majority of their time sitting down. Sitting down for extended durations limits how long and how much you exercise your hip muscles. So, [&hellip;]<\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":1,"featured_media":21602,"comment_status":"closed","ping_status":"closed","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"_acf_changed":false,"footnotes":""},"categories":[52],"tags":[],"coauthors":[114],"class_list":["post-21598","post","type-post","status-publish","format-standard","has-post-thumbnail","hentry","category-yoga"],"acf":[],"yoast_head":"<!-- This site is optimized with the Yoast SEO Premium plugin v20.2.1 (Yoast SEO v25.4) - https:\/\/yoast.com\/wordpress\/plugins\/seo\/ -->\n<title>Yoga Poses For Hips: Giving Your Lower Body A Good Stretch! - BetterMe<\/title>\n<meta name=\"description\" content=\"Are you trying to get wider hips or fight hip tightness? 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