The most underrated stretches before a leg day 🦵are those that focus on the hip/ankle joints! And these are great for ANY fitness level. . . I have seen so much improvement in my leg lifts and recovery by implementing these simple stretches before my leg days🙌 . 1. Deep squat: start with your feet shoulder width a part and get down into a deep squat. Depending on your body mechanics, foot width can vary so do what feels comfortable to you. This stretch allows tight hips to open up more helping to prevent that infamous “butt wink” when you reach a certain squat depth. You can also use your elbows to further open the hips. 🔥 . . 2. Hip flexor stretch: get into a deep lunge and place your back knee on the floor. Use your body weight (hold onto something for balance if you need) and lean forward, sinking that back hip into the floor. You can also do these laterally (like in a side lunge stance.) . . 3. Lateral/Front leg swings: these are a great dynamic stretch to loosen your hamstrings/glutes before you start lifting. Save the static stretches (meaning: stretches that keep you held in one position) for post workout where those have the most benefit. . . #legday #gymbro #gymbros #momswholift #fitnesstips #fitnessmotivation #fitnessaddicts #gymrat #gymgirl #gymmotivation #workouttips #workoutsforwomen #buttworkouts #legworkouts #momlife