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Animated demo of Hamstring Stretch targeting Hamstrings
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Hamstring Stretch

An exercise for the Upper Legs - correct movement demonstrated with detailed steps.

Body partUpper Legs Target muscleHamstrings EquipmentBody Weight

Step by step

  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.

Muscles worked

Hamstrings (primary)Glutes

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