Monday Minute: Wall Psoas Hold
- By Eric Cressey, MA, CSCS
- Published Jan. 21, 2013
- Updated Feb. 1, 2013 at 9:03 AM UTC
In this video learn how to increase hip flexor strength, an important component in getting faster and staying healthy. By strengthening the deep hip flexor muscle known as the psoas you can increase stride length and reduce injury.
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