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Hamstring Stretch

Hamstring Stretch: step-by-step technique, the muscles it works and a demo clip. Equipment: body only. Level: beginner.

Video and illustrations: Gym visual, licensed to AIron.Coach.
  • Equipmentbody only
  • Levelbeginner
  • Forcestatic
  • Typeisolation
  • Body partupper legs
Primary muscles
hamstrings, glutes
Secondary muscles
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How to do it

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

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