A yoga teacher told me to make this one simple tweak to pigeon pose, and it's transformed how I stretch my hip flexors
A yoga teacher suggested a simple adjustment to the pigeon pose that has significantly improved the author's hip stretching routine. This adjustment aims to enhance flexibility and alleviate tension in the hips and lower back. The author emphasizes the importance of listening to one's body and consulting professionals when necessary.
- ▪The pigeon pose targets the glutes, hip flexors, and external rotators.
- ▪Properly executed, pigeon pose can help relieve lower back tension and improve hip mobility.
- ▪The author shares a personal experience of how a minor tweak to the pose transformed their stretching routine.
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Wellness Fitness A yoga teacher told me to make this one simple tweak to pigeon pose, and it's transformed how I stretch my hip flexors Opinion By Sam Hopes published 24 May 2026 Try this simple adjustment to a popular stretch 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 Honestly, there isn't a person who knows me who doesn't hear about my tight glutes.
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