Clift says these exercises typically involve lifting the thigh towards the torso or resisting extension at the hip joint. “Examples include standing knee raises, leg lifts, lunges with a high knee ...

If you've ever run, jumped or been told you have good posture, you have your hip flexor muscles to thank. On the other end, muscle pain and immobility issues are also often connected to problems ...

The hips don’t lie — and neither do the hip flexors. Tight muscles make daily life more difficult, and sedentary jobs exacerbate the challenges. While we inevitably lose flexibility as we age, we can ...

Trainers say that hip openers can help you age more gracefully—literally. "Hip openers are stretches or movements that target the muscles around your hips, including the glutes, hip flexors, and inner ...

Yoga for Flexibility, Mobility & Pain Relief Are you struggling with tight hips, lower back pain, or stiff legs? Do you feel ...

Editor’s note: Dana Santas, known as the “Mobility Maker,” is a certified strength and conditioning specialist and mind-body coach in professional sports, and is the author of the book “Practical ...

According to WebMD, over 50% of older adults experience hip or knee pain. There are many reasons for hip pain and discomfort, including core muscle injury, bursitis, tendonitis, and labral tears.

“When your knees are at 90 degrees while sitting, the hip flexor muscles are held in a shortened position – you’re keeping ...

The iliopsoas (pronounced ILL-ee-o-so-AS) is the combination of the psoas and iliacus muscles (the hip flexors). They are seriously underrated muscles. They don’t get nearly the press that hamstrings, ...