Side To Side Hamstring
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Equipment:
body weight -
Area Worked:
Hip & Thigh -
Type of Workout:
Stretch
Exercise Description:
To do a side-to-side hamstring stretch from a standing position, start by standing with your feet hip-width apart and your back straight. Bend forward at the waist, keeping your back straight and your knees straight with thighs engaged. From here you can reach down and touch your toes, bend your elbows and rest head on them, or reach behind ankles and pull yourself closer to the floor.
Next, slowly move back and forth between your feet, feeling a stretch in the back of your thighs. To deepen the stretch, try pressing your chest toward your thighs and rounding your back slightly to stretch the muscles in your lower back as well.
The hamstring muscles are important for many activities, such as walking, running, and jumping. Stretching these muscles can help to improve flexibility and reduce the risk of injury. It's a good idea to incorporate a bent-over side-to-side hamstring stretch into your regular stretching routine to maintain flexibility and prevent muscle tightness.
Muscles Involved
Dynamic Stabilizer Muscles Involved
Exercise Variations
Rehab Exercise For Injuires
Sports Enhanced By Exercise
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