Tight hips are a side effect of sitting so much.
To remedy the issue, do these hip flexor strength and flexibility exercises regularly for increased mobility.
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These imbalances often cause one side of your hip to overcompensate, affecting your posture.
to help increase your hip mobility and reduce those clicks and creaks.
Seated straight-leg hip flexion
Start sitting down on the floor with your legs straight and wider than your shoulders.
Place a weight or object (like a small water bottle) on the floor between your calves.
Aim for 510 reps, then switch sides.
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Lift your left leg straight into the air, forming a right angle to the body.
Once youre finished, switch legs and repeat.
Both of these can be done two to three times a week, says Lyons.
For even more benefit, take standing and brisk walking breaks throughout the day.
Your hip flexorsand posturewill thank you.
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