Pillow Reclining Hero Pose
Exercise Overview
The pillow reclining hero pose is a yoga inspired exercise that stretches the knee extensors. It is an exercise regression of the RECLINING HERO POSE. It is recommended to perform this exercise on a padded and stable surface. Start in a kneeling position and sit on the floor so that your bum is between your feet. Place a thick cushion or pillow directly behind you. Begin to recline back with your upper body until your upper back is fully supported by the pillow. Keep your arms straight overhead. Hold this stretch for up to 30 seconds to complete a repetition.
Muscles Involved
Superficial front linerectus abominisiliopsoaspsoas majoriliacusQuadricepsrectus femorisvastus lateralisvastus intermediusvastus medialisvastus medialis oblique
Related Conditions
quadriceps contracturesuperficial front line hypomobilityrectus abdominis contracturequadriceps myofascial pain syndromehip flexor tendinopathyquadriceps tendinopathy