Hamstring Stretch

Hamstring Stretch

The Hamstring Stretch is a beginner none (bodyweight) exercise that works the Hamstrings. Follow the steps below.

Target musclesHamstrings
EquipmentNone (Bodyweight)
LevelBeginner

How to do the Hamstring Stretch

  1. Lie on your back with one leg extended above you, with the hip at ninety degrees.
  2. Keep the other leg flat on the floor.Loop a belt, band, or rope over the ball of your foot.
  3. This will be your starting position.Pull on the belt to create tension in the calves and hamstrings.
  4. Hold this stretch for 10-30 seconds, and repeat with the other leg.

Recommended sets & reps

SetRepsRest
Set 112 reps30s rest
Set 210 reps30s rest
Set 38 reps30s rest
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Instructions adapted from wger.de under CC BY-SA 4.0. Compiled by FitBot Coach.