Inchworm
The Inchworm is a beginner none (bodyweight) exercise that works the Hamstrings. Follow the steps below.
Target musclesHamstrings
EquipmentNone (Bodyweight)
LevelBeginner
How to do the Inchworm
- Stand with your feet close together.
- Keeping your legs straight, stretch down and put your hands on the floor directly in front of you.
- This will be your starting position.Begin by walking your hands forward slowly, alternating your left and your right.
- As you do so, bend only at the hip, keeping your legs straight.Keep going until your body is parallel to the ground in a pushup position.Now, keep your hands in place and slowly take short steps with your feet, moving only a few inches at a time.Continue walking until your feet are by hour hands, keeping your legs straight as you do so.
Recommended sets & reps
| Set | Reps | Rest |
|---|---|---|
| Set 1 | 12 reps | 30s rest |
| Set 2 | 10 reps | 30s rest |
| Set 3 | 8 reps | 30s rest |
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