leg up hamstring stretch

A upper legs exercise targeting the hamstrings, performed with body weight.

leg up hamstring stretch demonstration
leg up hamstring stretch β€” demonstration

Body part

Upper Legs

Equipment

Body Weight

Target muscles

Hamstrings

Secondary muscles

Glutes

How to do leg up hamstring stretch

  1. Lie flat on your back with your legs extended.

  2. Bend one knee and bring it towards your chest, holding onto your thigh or shin.

  3. Straighten your leg as much as possible while keeping it elevated.

  4. Hold the stretch for 20-30 seconds.

  5. Repeat with the other leg.

Muscles worked

Primary (target)

Hamstrings

Secondary

Glutes

Related exercises

All upper legs exercises β†’

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