Legs·Other

Quad Stretch

Quads · Other

Intermediate

Body Part

Legs

Equipment

Other

Level

Intermediate

Force

Static

The Quad Stretch is an intermediate other exercise that primarily targets the Quads.

Muscles Worked

In Position

Quad Stretch — start position
Start position
Quad Stretch — end position
End position

How to Do the Quad Stretch

  1. 1Lay on your side. Loop a belt, rope, or band around your top foot. Flex the knee and extend your hip, attempting to touch your glutes with your foot, and holding the belt with your hands. This will be your starting position.
  2. 2With the belt being held over the shoulder or overhead, gently pull to increase the stretch in the quadriceps. Hold for 10-20 seconds, and then switch sides.

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Exercise data from the open-source Free Exercise DB. Library last reviewed June 22, 2026 · How these guides are written