What is stretch #4 in Recovery Drills?

• A. Overhand Arm Pull
• B. Rear Lunge
• C. Thigh Stretch
• D. Extended Flex

Answer: (C)

Stretches in Recovery Drills are arranged to progressively lengthen major muscle groups after activity, helping to ease tension and promote flexibility as you wind down. The fourth stretch focuses on the front of the thigh—the quadriceps. This thigh stretch lengthens the quadriceps by pulling the heel toward the buttock while keeping the knee aligned and the torso upright, which safely releases muscle tightness from knee-dominant motions like running and jumping and supports healthier knee movement during recovery.

The other options target different areas or types of stretch. An overhand arm pull works on the shoulders and chest, not the thighs. A rear lunge emphasizes hip flexors and glutes but is a dynamic movement rather than a dedicated quad stretch. An extended flex targets other regions (such as hamstrings or back) rather than the front of the thigh.