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Hamstring stretch

Hamstring stretch

Difficulty

Beginner

Category

Stretching

Target Muscle

Hamstrings

Secondary Muscles

glutes

Equipment

Body weight

Body Part

Upper legs

The hamstring stretch is a bodyweight exercise targeting the hamstrings and also engaging the glutes. It involves stepping forward, bending at the hips, and reaching toward the foot to stretch the back of the thigh.

The hamstring stretch is a bodyweight exercise targeting the hamstrings and also engaging the glutes. It involves stepping forward, bending at the hips, and reaching toward the foot to stretch the back of the thigh.

The hamstring stretch is a bodyweight exercise targeting the hamstrings and also engaging the glutes. It involves stepping forward, bending at the hips, and reaching toward the foot to stretch the back of the thigh.

How to Do the Hamstring stretch

How to Do the Hamstring stretch

How to Do the Hamstring stretch

Stand with your feet shoulder-width apart. Step forward with your right foot and shift your weight onto your right leg. Keeping your back straight, slowly bend forward at the hips, reaching towards your right foot with both hands. Hold the stretch for 20-30 seconds, then return to the starting position. Repeat on the other side.

Related Exercises

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