Lying Hamstring Stretch

Technique

How to perform Lying Hamstring Stretch

1. Lie on your back with both legs extended on the floor.
2. Bend and lift one leg, then hold behind that thigh with both hands.
3. Keep the thigh drawn toward your torso and gradually straighten the raised knee to establish the hamstring stretch.
4. Keep the opposite leg resting on the floor and hold the position without forcing the raised leg farther.
5. Bend and lower the leg under control, then repeat on the other side.

Programming relevance

Muscles involved