During routine exercise and a daily work schedule, hips are often overlooked. Unfortunately for people who work at a desk for hours a day, the hip muscles can be extremely tight, causing sciatica, lower back and knee pain. Stretching the piriformis muscle and hip flexors can help relieve tension and pain. The piriformis muscle is a pear shaped muscle that begins at the base of the spine and extends through the sciatic notch to the femur. The piriformis and other hip rotator muscles allow you to turn your legs outward and keep proper hip alignment. They also protect your knees and your back. You can keep these muscles working properly by incorporating the Split Jerk Box Lunge into your mobility routine.
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