FlexibilityBeginnerHamstrings
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Hamstring Stretch
Étirement ischio-jambiers
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- Category
- Flexibility
- Difficulty
- Beginner
- Muscles
- Hamstrings
- Equipment
- Bodyweight
Description
Static stretch for hamstrings.
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Instructions
- 1Extend one leg in front, keep a long spine, and square the hips to the leg.
- 2Hinge from the hips to a mild stretch behind the thigh and breathe slowly.
Common Mistakes
- Rounding the back aggressively to reach farther.
- Forcing into pain or bouncing.
Tips
- Extend one leg in front, keep a long spine, and square the hips to the leg.
- Hinge from the hips to a mild stretch behind the thigh and breathe slowly.
Equipment
Bodyweight
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