Lying Hamstring Stretch

Improve your posterior chain flexibility safely on the floor. AI checks your leg angle.

Instructions

• Lie on back, one leg flat on floor.
• Lift other leg straight up towards ceiling.
• Hold back of thigh/calf gently.
• Keep knee straight.
• Relax shoulders.

Common Mistakes

• Bending the knee
• Lifting head off floor
• Forcing the stretch (pain)
• Hips twisting

Benefits

• Hamstring Flexibility
• Low Back Relief
• Recovery

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