How to Release Psoas (Hip Flexors) & Adductors Instantly Without Stretching: DO THIS FIRST

Struggling with tight psoas (hip flexors) and adductors? In this video I show you how to release tight hip flexors and adductors very quickly without stretching or massaging! I highly suggest you do this one before stretching your hip flexors and adductors. This will make stretching more effective! Please also check these two related videos below:
"How to Release Psoas Instantly Without Stretching": • How to Release Psoas (...
"3 Effective Hip Flexors Stretches": • 3 Effective Hip Flexor...
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Reference test before exercise#2: 1:27
Exercise: 2:38
Reference test after exercise: 6:21
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[@TaroIwamoto]

Please also check these two related videos below: "How to Release Psoas Instantly Without Stretching": kzbin.info/www/bejne/qIGUh4Gbh850ppI "3 Effective Hip Flexors Stretches": kzbin.info/www/bejne/joCaY4J9fbCEfpI

[@PallasAthene12]

Hi Taro, thank you so much for your channel! Do you have any particular recommendations re which of your videos/exercises are good for MS? Many thanks.

[@nikkininedoor1480]

I am astounded by my strength in my left adductor after one simple easy video, following your instruction from this episode. I have had trouble since 1992 after a bad sprain on my left ankle. It seemed to leave my entire left side weak after a rock climbing fall. After doing the movements in this video, I was shocked that suddenly after 30yrs, I had no issues with inclines. It really astounds me that on my local neighborhood hills that I regularly walked on and that had to rest on, now result in me suddenly feeling stronger and more powerful than ever without even trying. It's so shocking to me. I wanted to do your session again today, so I didn't revert back to my earlier weakened state! Thank You Taro!

[@TaroIwamoto]

@@nikkininedoor1480 wow! That's amazing! Thank you so much for sharing your experience with this community!

[@davidbauer524]

Immediately fixes uneven pelvic tilt! Amazing!

[@mariross247]

This is nothing short of a miracle. My right hip has been prone to locking up for years. Today it happened as I stood from my meditation chair. I followed this exercise and I can hardly believe the difference. I’m now subscribed and making you part of my daily routines.

[@trasation1774]

As a Massage Therapist, THANK YOU. I can now also help myself as well as others💗

[@TaroIwamoto]

You are welcome:)

[@judybowman2161]

I am speechless with gratitude. 4 years pain, then surgery which was great but the tension in my muscles never left until I tried your methods. Thank you.

[@arunavalli1]

I don’t know what it is but these simple movements give me more relaxation than the contortions of stretching. Sort of like meditation for my muscles. Thank you so much.

[@doubledge2947]

I can’t believe such a simple combination of movements could have such incredible results. You’ve won some respect and gratitude, here. Thanks.

[@chrisme5440]

I’ve been struggling with “hip impingement”’for years and my groin/hip flexor area has been really bad for the last few months and these exercises have brought me the first relief in… Well ever! Thank you so much

[@sueanderson7386]

Wow. This exercise works! I've felt my left hip has been locked and painful for ages. This exercise has restored flexibility and reduced pain!Thank you

[@agmechanix]

After switching to a desk job and not keeping up with a vigorous exercise regiment, my hips and knees are in pain constantly. Thank you so much for this video and your channel, I am finally starting to feel some relief!

[@spinnettdesigns]

I’m amazed at how well this worked, and I love how gentle it is. Thank you once again!

[@joannepittman4411]

OMG...I just did this, and my hips feel soooo much better already! My right hip has been bothering me terribly since last Sept. I was just diagnosed with arthritis in both hips and knees. Thank you for this video!!!!!

[@nemanjalukic8798]

Ubnormally efficient! My favorite chanel

[@glendawidmer5167]

Love you videos. They're so helpful and your voice so calming.

[@kellywilsonstafford5288]

I had hip labral tear surgery 8 weeks ago. I’ve been going to PT twice a week. My psoas & IT band have been extremely tight. Just doing these movements a couple of times I can really feel it helping.

[@1oon574]

Good stuff.... Thanks very much.... Enjoying your work, it helps a lot....

[@vandetteanderson9281]

You are so generous with your time and information, thank you so very much!

[@butchjugueta593]

As usual Taro these stretchings are so effective with minimal effort and so safe for seniors citizen like me.when i was doing the stretching i feel some adjustments happening in my joints becuz i feel and hear cracklings in my hips and when after the crackling sound i felt a feeling of looseness in my muscles and bones and it feels so great no more stiffness.Am going to share this with my friends especially the elders.Thank you so much Taro God bless you!

[@dianneholness7829]

Excellent explanation of how these muscles work. Very helpful.

[@iskrazamora7]

Very helpful. It works on me! Liking the way you explained and the combination of exercises and cycle by each side.

[@vokuvoku]

Thank you! When lying on the floor like this, my right foot has always stayed higher than the left i.e less outward rotation. Doing this exercise now, I could feel my right knee wanting to come up - had to really slow down. Also, when doing the internal rotation, felt my lower back wanting to activate.

[@awar699]

Thank you for posting - these simple movements have really improved morning stiffness and put less stress on your spine getting out of bed.

[@OddWeird461]

That actually really helped. I have major issues with my hips and knees and this made a significant difference. Thanks!

[@AbuRadiCS]

One of the best youtube channels ever. You deserve more subscribers. Thank you Taro!

[@marianreddy9848]

Absolutely amazing relief, I can hardly believe the difference it makes, so grateful for your assistance! Thank you for sharing.

[@whitneyhightower7448]

Thank you for this great video; very informative and explained thoroughly.

[@lancebenson1882]

I cracked the ball of my left femur in 1986 and it's really started bothering me the last couple of months. This short exercise got rid of the pain and stiffness like you wouldn't believe. I also haver really still neck and shoulders, and your video on that really helped too.

[@wildrose3390]

Remarkable! Thanks for all your efforts to help us all feel better in our bodies, what a gift!

[@nicholassalazar34]

This helped me so much! It truly is effective, quick and easy. When I don't have time to do my whole stretching routine this is great to get my hips opened up. LOVE IT! Thanks Taro

[@dhaselfeld]

This man is genius. So simple, so helpful. Thank you!

[@savi3sounds]

This was so effective. Thanks.

[@jaxstorey6734]

Thank you SO much for this, Taro. What a difference subtle movement has on the body! My groin and left lower back have been getting tighter, and now, they're loosened! I've already subscribed, but I'll be clicking the bell as well, not to mention sharing your channel with those who may need it. Blessings.

[@katrinabillings7011]

This looks really helpful. Thank you. I have issues with walking and have been trying to figure out why - I think this may be the answer!

[@jacquelynmarshall4576]

I really appreciate this video because I have chronic issues with tension in my hips and limited range of motion. Thank You 😊

[@user-im9xq7fp5r]

big difference, Hip Flexor tightness had been a bane in my daily life, especially my left. Thanks !!

[@bradman3346]

Looking forward to trying this out for a few weeks. I can't bend my left leg at all without the knee lifting. Hip, hip flexor and lower back have been big problems for me for decades.

[@valeriavine]

Thank you sooo much. Relief was immediate!

[@commentsenabled7983]

Easy and well explained. A super effective pre-stretch.

[@JoshuaScowcroft]

Can’t believe I haven’t seen this method until now! Thanks! This works great.

[@leonorhorden7882]

Very helpful and easy to do….thank you.

[@aprilklimley9238]

Very nice and simple. Very helpful

[@juliawolson6122]

Wow, that actually worked! The space on my right side was considerably higher when I did the test, and it evened out after doing the exercises. Thank you so much!

[@TaroIwamoto]

Glad to hear that!

[@dianaliddelow2064]

I really like your videos. They are very practical.

[@jalajamenon8664]

Thank you so much Taro🙏🙏🙏

[@irenekodac3511]

Good explanation. Nice to listen to an intelligent person who speaks proper English. He says lie down not lay down which is wrong. Thank you, music to my ears.

[@lexroet1215]

Great video once again. It was harder to do with my right leg compared to my left however it became easier to do when I slightly puched my leg away from me when rotating my leg inwards.

[@victoriablanas2704]

Wonderful, immediate release of stiffness and pain!

[@rob-boticscalisthenicshome6355]

Thank you this was so helpful.

[@ruthkult6536]

Sooo grateful for these videos! I've only been doing them for a few days but I'm already seeing some positive progress. Thank you!!🙏💛🙏

[@TaroIwamoto]

Wonderful! Glad tohear that

[@oliviadoll6151]

Wow! I did this today. Before doing this movement, I could fit at least 3 fingers width between the floor and my back. After doing it, less than 2 fingers between the floor and my back. And I paid attention to my walking before and after, definitely smoother and without the twinge of pain in both hips that I had before.

[@Bowruss]

You, Sir, are a miracle. Thank you so much for imparting your wisdom with these practices!

[@TaroIwamoto]

you are welcome:)

[@gladysma308]

Thank you, it really helps to loosen up.

[@myfriendschmeeda]

Fantastic! Thank you

[@ronniford1610]

Like your exercises and really like your mat!!

[@leouisegrech722]

This was great. Thank you

[@kurtbaier6122]

Thank you for your great videos

[@tdhawk167]

I am so blessed by you! Thank you so much for your teachings!🙏🏼💕

[@TaroIwamoto]

thank you!!

[@SabrinaMartinez]

I need this so badly. Trying tomorrow. Praying it helps

[@marynagy8072]

Amazing this works. My hip was so sore and this simple exercise removed the pain at least for the moment.

[@ronamccarthy653]

Amazing. I have terribly tight hip flexors and normal stretches haven’t helped. It has frustrated me because I’m a keen tango dancer and my hip extension is so poor I end up with a flexed knee when stepping backwards which is not very elegant. Have just done this exercise and instantly have got less gap under my lumbar spine lying flat and a wider range of movement on the hip “ swing”. I have ankylosing spondylitis so many joints are stiff. Will look forward to trying more of your videos. Thank you for this!

[@jeanettesdaughter]

Going to try. Been practicing yoga for sciatica. Necessary for Hip mobility and lower back pain, really painful sometimes.

[@loriogorman1421]

I will definitely be adding this micro movement series to my morning regimen, love this!

[@TaroIwamoto]

great!

[@theresavonphul633]

I've done Taekwondo for over 30 years ( plus classical ballet for many years growing up). My hips have gotten quite stiff in my late 50's and early 60's so I look for gentle stretching!

[@rosenrot239]

Thank you very much Mr. Iwamoto👍your explaining the exercise is very very Good !

[@TaroIwamoto]

My pleasure!

[@ebazileyes1475]

Great video. Blessings

[@michellesmoments19]

This seemed to help! 👍🏼 New SUB , congratulations on 200K! 🤗✨

[@TaroIwamoto]

Thank you!!

[@beegirl3333]

My adductor tendons are a mess and this is the first thing I’ve found that (doing carefully) helps after going thru 3 PTs, TY🎉

[@joybarber6974]

So happy to find your videos! I haven’t done much Feldenkrais since massage school many years ago😀. Thank you!

[@xyz9558]

Brilliant , Simple and Incredible Effective. Toa your work is groundbreaking ❤️❤️💪🏻

[@TaroIwamoto]

Wonderful! Glad to hear it!

[@melherron1]

I LOVE you your channel SO Much! Your knowledge base is on point and appreciated by many. I’m a yoga insert and utilize/share your guidance every clsss.

[@TaroIwamoto]

Thank you!!

[@lumpyspacecadet]

This explains my very lower back pain. It's related to my hips!

[@dorothyboichat4840]

Thanks for your video

[@lynneteo1095]

Good video Taro. It’s simple n shows results instantly Keep it up. I’ll definitely use it on my patients

[@TaroIwamoto]

Thank you!

[@teresasivers8072]

Wow! This was incredible relief for me . I did it very slow it was definitely not easy for me .When turning in left foot I could feel pull on right across hip. When raising right ankle slowly ..om I could not go far I had sensation in my right glute.

[@yumischaefer2421]

Wow makes sense. Taro sensei thank you for our brilliant work. !!

[@TaroIwamoto]

Thank you:)

[@abdulyoung3031]

Did this method after a long drive where my back was tightening up and this alleviated the tightness almost instantly! Thank you!!!!!!!

[@TaroIwamoto]

You're welcome!!

[@FTHC100]

Thank you so much! Very helpful

[@TaroIwamoto]

Glad to hear it!

[@cathyriberdy669]

Wow ! This little movement was painful 😣.Thank you ,I will practice this slowly and see if my pinch goes away in my hip . 😊

[@madeleinesmith8087]

Taro, thank you so much. Haven’t tried it yet, but I will as the previous ones helped me in my walking. Somehow did not get the pain I usually have. God Bless you. Also I’m glad you found a way to stabilize the micro, ... and like the colours. Thanks again.

[@TaroIwamoto]

Yes I kinda found a way to stabilize the mic, i think

[@craigroyle860]

Thank you I will try this have hip spur issue. This seems good 👍

[@evelknevel1209]

Tears rolling down and whole body shivering - thank you☺️

[@MrMatrixMinds]

Excellent, thank you. Struggling with discomfort in these areas so this is very helpful

[@TaroIwamoto]

Glad it was helpful!

[@smellyrhinostudio]

Thank you! I just found your channel. I have extremely limited mobility in the very low back and hip. I’m told I have spondylolisthesis and also a thinning hip disk, but my pain seems to be precisely and barely off to the left of center when I bend over and try to stand up straight. I can’t get straight again and I have to feel something pop back into place in order to feel upright again. It’s painful. I’m off to watch more!

[@Rodzilla-wi1yu]

My god I feel so much better after doing these exercises! Thank you!

[@kitchenmagician]

I have added this exercise as a must to my regular routine to maintain a pain free body.

[@cynthiacunha447]

Thank you!!!

[@marjoriesprecher2825]

Wow. Such an effective exercise. I really feel a nice opening.

[@jennifery21]

This is amazing

[@sheryledwards1010]

Loved that and will be back

[@ahmadmajeed753]

That was amaz. Definitely felt a difference

[@amandines2308]

Thank you, I will try this, as your other tips help me so much and can be applied easily for effective fast relieve

[@TaroIwamoto]

Let me know how this goes

[@m.e.p.b.]

Totally makes sense. Thanks to God I found your channel. New subscriber here.

[@TaroIwamoto]

Welcome!!

[@rastagirl007]

Thanks!

[@chilepepper18]

Thank you so much for this! I had requested videos targeting psoas and adductors so I really appreciate you making these because your other videos have helped me so much. I have chronic tendinitis in my right adductor and this instruction really helps me focus on releasing it's tendency to rise up off the floor when sliding heel upwards. Hopefully this "exercise" will bring some permanent relief for better stretching. Thanks again for all your videos ❤

[@TaroIwamoto]

My pleasure and thanks for requesting this!

[@idatipping2428]

Interesting and easy , felt better, thank you

[@TaroIwamoto]

You’re welcome 😊

[@AssurexProjects]

Love your vids❤👍😁 Thank You

[@TaroIwamoto]

Glad you like them!

[@treesaretough]

Huge scars of my left hip and ankle from car wreck & surgery. Simple thing but great results for me👍

[@pattydower4078]

Amazing... it so works... thanks for sharing..

[@TaroIwamoto]

Most welcome 😊

[@deniseparrott9678]

This is amazing! I saw results right away!

[@TaroIwamoto]

wonderful!

[@lynnblack6493]

Really important. I have thought I had one leg shorter, but told it's in my hips. Will definitely try this as I can feel release!