Yoga for Tight Hips

- Childs Pose (Tight Hips) - Down Dog Walk - 3 Legged Dog - Hip Circles - Deep Side to Side Squats - Deep Kneeling Lunge - Yogi Squat - Yogi Squat Reach - Knee to Opposite Shoulder Hugs - Happy Baby Pose - Lizard Pose Progression ◦ There are many causes of tight hips: sitting or general inactivity, postural imbalances, and overuse of the hip muscles ◦ These yoga poses and stretches may help relieve pain and tightness associated with the hip muscles ◦ Be especially cautious and gentle with these stretches ◦ As you go through these stretches take your time and focus on form and breathing ◦ Hold each stretch for 30-60 seconds (30 seconds each side for one sided stretches). Optional: repeat 1-2x ◦ Do these exercises 2-4x/week