Iliotibial Tract-SMR

Loosen up tight outer thighs with this foam rolling exercise.

This stretch targets one of the most common sources of outer thigh tightness and helps reduce strain from running or sitting.

Instructions

  1. Lie on your side with a foam roller under your outer thigh, between the hip and knee.
  2. Cross your top leg over in front for support.
  3. Shift your weight onto the roller and relax the muscles in your bottom leg.
  4. Roll slowly from the hip to just above the knee, pausing for 10–30 seconds on tight spots.
  5. Switch sides and repeat.