A thigh hug, based on the provided reference, appears to be a stretching or exercise position.
While the provided reference doesn't explicitly define "thigh hug," it does describe a process that suggests it involves holding a position where one's legs are likely drawn in towards the torso. From the video description, it appears that the intended outcome of this action is a held stretch.
In summary, a thigh hug is a position in which someone is holding their thighs and it facilitates a stretch.