Hip Roll Works for: Hip and knee tension; thigh pain Lie on left side with hips stacked, foam roller under left thigh. Extend left leg and cross right leg over left, with weight on left forearm and right foot. Push away from floor with right foot and roll along outside of left thigh (hip to knee) for 2 minutes. Stop on sore spots. Switch sides; repeat. MORE: The 10 Most Painful Conditions