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Seated Hamstring

Seated Hamstring is a expert stretching exercise. It works the hamstrings, with help from the calves.

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Main muscles
hamstrings
Also works
calves

How to do it

  1. In a seated position with your legs extended, have your partner stand behind you. Now, lean forward as your partner braces your shoulders with their hands. This will be your starting position.
  2. Attempt to push your torso back for 10-20 seconds, as your partner prevents any actual movement of your torso.
  3. Now relax your muscles as your partner increases the stretch by gently pushing your torso forward for 10-20 seconds.

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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).

Seated Hamstring: muscles worked and how to do it | Hominin