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Inverted Hamstring Stretch

Difficulty Level

Intermediate

Focus

Strength, Flexibility

Muscles Involved

Quads, Glutes, Back

Equipment

No Equipment

Progression

Assisted Hamstring Stretch

Progression

Standing Hamstring Stretch

Angle Based Images : Inverted Hamstring Stretch Video
Angle Based Images : Inverted Hamstring Stretch Video
Angle Based Images : Inverted Hamstring Stretch Video
Angle Based Images : Inverted Hamstring Stretch Video
Angle Based Images : Inverted Hamstring Stretch Video
Inverted Hamstring Stretch : Step 1
Step 1 Stand tall with feet hip-width apart.
Inverted Hamstring Stretch : Step 2
Step 2 Raise your arms in front of you or to the side for balance. Push your hips back and lower your torso toward the floor while keeping your back straight. At the same time, raise your right leg behind you, keeping it straight. When your torso and leg are parallel to the floor, reverse the movement to return to start.
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Progressions & Variations

Tips

Avoid leaning too far forward or kicking too low. Aim to form a T with your body.

Avoid looking down at the floor. Instead, look forward throughout the move.

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