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Hamstrings exercise guides

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Stretching

Seated Hamstring

The Seated Hamstring stretch uses straight legs and a forward torso hinge while a partner controls the shoulders. The hamstrings and calves may be stretched depending on the k...

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Strength Machine

Seated Leg Curl

The Seated Leg Curl trains the hamstrings by bending the knees against a machine pad. The seated position places the hips in flexion and allows the thighs and torso to remain...

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Olympic Weightlifting Barbell

Snatch Deadlift

The Snatch Deadlift uses the wide snatch grip and starting position to strengthen the first pull. The hamstrings are listed as primary, with the quadriceps, glutes, lower back...

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Strength Barbell

Snatch Pull

The Snatch Pull develops the pulling phases of the snatch without requiring an overhead catch. The hamstrings, quadriceps, glutes, calves, lower back, and traps accelerate the...

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Olympic Weightlifting Barbell

Split Snatch

The Split Snatch moves the bar from the floor to an overhead lockout while the lifter receives it in a split stance. The hamstrings are listed as primary, with the legs, hips,...

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Stretching

Split Squats

Despite the stretching category, the supplied instructions describe alternating split-squat jumps. The hamstrings are listed as primary, while the quadriceps, glutes, and calv...

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