Lying Hamstring Stretch

Technique

How to perform Lying Hamstring Stretch

1. Lie on your back with your legs extended.
2. Raise one leg up towards the ceiling and grab the back of that leg.
3. Attempt to bring the leg straight and knee towards your head.
4. Hold in the deepest position that is safe for the prescribed time.
5. Switch sides once complete.

Programming relevance

Muscles involved

Primary targets: Biceps Femoris, Semimembranosus, Semitendinosus.