Seated Hamstring Stretch

Muscle Group:

Hamstrings

Type:

Static

Difficulty:

Beginner

Equipment:

None

Biceps femoris, Semitendinosus, Semimembranosus

Description

Sit on the floor with legs extended. Reach for your toes, keeping your back straight. If you can't reach your toes, hold onto your shins or ankles.

Progression

Use a strap around feet, hold for longer

Feel sensation

Gentle pulling sensation in the back of the thighs.

Common mistakes

Rounding the back, bouncing

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