I've taken so many classes from Monica now. I really love her style of teaching and cues.
One thing I'm having a really hard time with is when I'm laying on my side for leg work (laying on left side, right hip). My hip is significantly tighter than my left hip - so much so that I can barely get my leg back. I'm assuming it's a tight hip flexor? Can you recommend additional stretches to try to get this looser? thanks so much!
Hi Erin:) I filmed a class today with you in mind that should go up in a couple of months. In the meantime, if you are not experiencing pain, just limited range of motion, the side kick series is actually a great opportunity to stretch the front of the thigh. I added a bunch more exercises focussing on stretching the front of your thigh, going deeper with the PH and strengthening your hamstrings and bottom. In the side kick series I added the bicycle which if you come across it in another class or are familiar with it, I think would be ideal for you to gain a little flexibility. If it's more your side or the side of the hip that could use a stretch, try the Mermaid (an advance exercise) or the Standing Arm Weight Series and pay particular attention to the Side Bend Exercise. I hope that helps for now and I hope you enjoy my future class that you inspired:)