Hominin · exercise
Floor Glute-Ham Raise
Floor Glute-Ham Raise is a intermediate strength exercise. It works the hamstrings, with help from the calves and glutes.
intermediateotherpull movementisolationstrength
- Main muscles
- hamstrings
- Also works
- calves, glutes
How to do it
- You can use a partner for this exercise or brace your feet under something stable.
- Begin on your knees with your upper legs and torso upright. If using a partner, they will firmly hold your feet to keep you in position. This will be your starting position.
- Lower yourself by extending at the knee, taking care to NOT flex the hips as you go forward.
- Place your hands in front of you as you reach the floor. This movement is very difficult and you may be unable to do it unaided. Use your arms to lightly push off the floor to aid your return to the starting position.
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General information, not medical advice: start light, learn the movement before adding weight, and ask a qualified coach or doctor if you are injured or unsure. Exercise data from the Free Exercise DB (public domain).