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StretchingBeginner

Hamstring Stretch (Leg Extended)

Equipment:Other
Type:Isolation
Force:Isometric

Muscles Targeted

Primary

Hamstrings

Secondary

Adductors, Quadriceps

How to Perform

  1. 1

    Sit tall on edge of chair, feet flat.

  2. 2

    Grip chair sides for stability.

  3. 3

    Extend one leg (e.g., right) straight out, heel on floor, toes up.

  4. 4

    Keeping back straight, gently lean forward from hips.

  5. 5

    Feel stretch in hamstring of extended leg.

  6. 6

    Hold 15-30 seconds.

  7. 7

    Slowly return to start. Repeat on other leg.