Release hip flexors and low back tension

🦵 How to Work and Release Your Hip Flexors for Lower Back Health

Tight hip flexors are a common underlying cause of lower back pain, restricted movement, and discomfort — especially for people who sit long hours, drive frequently, or train without addressing mobility. The video “How To Work Your Hip Flexors” walks viewers through practical techniques and reasoning for opening up the hip flexors to support better posture, reduce strain on the lower back, and improve functional movement. YouTube

Hip flexors are a group of muscles located in the front of the hip that help lift the thigh toward the torso and stabilize the pelvis. When these muscles are chronically tight or under-active, the pelvis can tilt forward, increasing stress on the lumbar spine and contributing to pain or stiffness.

The video shows that hip flexor flexibility and strength are not isolated — they directly impact how the lower back moves and feels throughout the day. YouTube

To counteract tightness, the presenter demonstrates movement-based stretching and mobility patterns that engage hip flexors while activating surrounding muscle groups. These exercises help improve the range of motion in the hips, distribute movement more evenly through the pelvis and spine, and reduce overcompensation in the low back. Viewers are encouraged to incorporate hip opening routines — like gentle squats, lunges, and dynamic movements — into their daily practice to maintain flexibility and support a healthy spine. YouTube

By improving hip flexor function, you can help reduce lower back discomfort, increase mobility, and support activities like walking, running, and bending without pain. These movement strategies offer an accessible way to break the cycle of stiffness and discomfort that comes with modern sedentary habits.