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Iron Crosses (stretch)
quadricepsstretching
Target Muscles
Primary: quadriceps
Equipment Needed
Body Only
Mechanics
compound
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1
Lie face down on the floor, with your arms extended out to your side, palms pressed to the floor. This will be your starting position.
2
To begin, flex one knee and bring that leg across the back of your body, attempting to touch it to the ground near the opposite hand.
3
Promptly return the leg to the starting postion, and quickly repeat with the other leg. Continue alternating for 10-20 repetitions.