02/09/2026
🦵 **Stretch of the Week – Quad Stretch!**
Your quadriceps are the large muscles at the front of your thighs, and keeping them flexible can help support comfortable movement through both your **hips and knees**.
Here are two ways you can stretch your quads:
Standing Quad Stretch
Stand tall and hold onto a wall if needed for balance. Bend one knee, bring your heel towards your bottom and hold your ankle. Gently draw your foot back until you feel a comfortable stretch through the front of your thigh.
Quad Stretch Using a Chair
If reaching your ankle is difficult, you can use a chair for support or to help position your leg. This can make the stretch more comfortable and accessible while still targeting the quadriceps.
Regularly stretching your quads can help:
• Maintain flexibility around the hip and knee
• Support knee movement and function
• Reduce feelings of tightness through the front of the thigh
• Improve comfort with walking, stairs and everyday movements
• Support your overall mobility as you get older
Remember, stretching should feel like a **gentle pull, not pain**. Work within a range that is comfortable and safe for you.
At Coordinated Fitness, our Exercise Physiologists can help you find stretches and exercises that are appropriate for your individual needs. 💪