The Psoas Stretch: What Is It Good For? Medically reviewed by Amy Elizabeth Wolkin, PT, DPT, MBA — Written by Joe Bowman — Updated on June 20, 2023.

The psoas muscle supports the spine and helps pull a person’s leg toward their body as they walk or run. If a person sits for long periods or does not stretch properly, the muscle can become ...

By taking the time to stretch a tight psoas, you can help stabilize your spine, more effectively fire up your glutes and core as you run, and minimize pelvic movement during running, ...

Well, it’s not—here’s everything to know about the psoas and the most effective ways to stretch it from physical therapists. What is the psoas—and what causes pain?

This stretch, recommended by White, helps lengthen the muscles along the front of the leg and hips, which can reduce psoas muscle tension. Lie on your stomach and rest your head on your hand ...

Low-back pain is plaguing the nation! And if your run, bike, or sit too much, tight hips could be contributing to the ache around your spine. A major hip flexor muscle, the psoas, not only draws ...

Loosen up tight hips fast with this 5-minute yoga stretch focused on your hip flexors and psoas muscles. Perfect for all levels, this short routine helps counteract long hours of sitting, improve ...

You don't have to sit in despair though as Rachele has shared a simple stretch routine that will help to open up your tight hips from a range of angles and improve overall flexibi ...