Teaching Football Skills Stretching Lower Body Reverse Hurdle Stretch - Incorrect Reverse Hurdle Stretch - Correct Correct alignment of lead leg is important in hurdle stretch regardless if you are a hurdler or not. The foot must be aligned in the forward direction of running. Bend knee, touch bottom of foot to opposite thigh Straight leg, toes are toward sky Push out through the heel, forcing toes to the sky Bend at hips in nice easy stretch, reaching toward the feet or ankles Bring chest to knee Reverse Hurdle Stretch If pain in knees during hurdle stretch, bring knee closer towards the midline of the body 40 Special Olympics Football Coaching Guide Created: February 2004