Kneeling Toe-up Hamstring Stretch

Kneeling Toe-up Hamstring Stretch demonstration gif

Instructions:

  • 1Start in a kneeling position on the floor
  • 2Extend one leg out in front of you with the heel grounded and toes pointing up
  • 3Lean forward at the hips, keeping your back straight, until you feel a stretch in the back of your extended leg
  • 4Hold for 15-30 seconds
  • 5Switch legs and repeat

Tips:

  • Stretch to the point of 'mild discomfort,' not to the point of pain
  • Avoid bouncing while stretching
  • Use your breath to help deepen the stretch, inhaling to prepare and exhaling as you lean forward

Kneeling Toe-up Hamstring Stretch Muscles Worked

Arms

Back

Core

Legs