Seated hamstring stretch
Also called chair hamstring stretch
- Works
- Back of the thigh · hamstrings
- Needs
- No equipment
Setup
Sit near the front of a chair. Straighten one leg in front of you with the heel on the floor and toes up.
Steps
- Keep your back flat.
- Lean forward from the hips until you feel a stretch.
- Hold for the time you chose, then change legs.
Breathing
Breathe slowly. Let each breath out take you a little further, without forcing it.
Where you feel it
In the back of the straight thigh.
Common mistakes
- Rounding the back to reach the toes.
- Bouncing.
When to stop
Stop if you feel sharp pain, pain in a joint, dizziness or numbness.