The ‘lizard lunge’ yoga pose is one of the most effective postures for releasing tight hips: Here’s what happened when I tried it for a week
The author, a marathon runner with a sedentary job, tried the lizard lunge yoga pose daily for a week to address tight hips caused by prolonged sitting and running. The pose targets the hip flexors, glutes, quads, and hamstrings, offering a deep stretch that can be modified for different skill levels. While the experience was beneficial for the author, they note that individual results may vary and recommend consulting a professional before starting new stretches.
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Wellness Fitness Workouts The ‘lizard lunge’ yoga pose is one of the most effective postures for releasing tight hips: Here’s what happened when I tried it for a week Features By Jane McGuire published 30 April 2026 This all-in-one stretch ticks a lot of boxes When you purchase through links on our site, we may earn an affiliate commission. Here’s how it works. (Image credit: Shutterstock) Copy link Facebook X Reddit Email Share this article 0 Join the conversation Follow us Add us as a preferred source on Google Newsletter Subscribe to our newsletter As a marathon runner who has a day job that requires me to spend a lot of time sitting behind a desk, it would be a miracle if I didn’t have tight hips.
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