Stretching

Hamstring Stretch

The hamstring stretch is a beginner stretching exercise for your hamstrings, using just your body weight.

Main muscles
Hamstrings
Equipment
Body weight
Level
Beginner
Hamstring Stretch, starting position
Start
Hamstring Stretch, end position
Finish

How to do it

  1. Lie on your back with one leg extended above you, with the hip at ninety degrees. Keep the other leg flat on the floor.
  2. Loop a belt, band, or rope over the ball of your foot. This will be your starting position.
  3. Pull on the belt to create tension in the calves and hamstrings. Hold this stretch for 10-30 seconds, and repeat with the other leg.

Alternatives to the hamstring stretch

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