The Straddle
The Straddle is a seated stretch performed with the legs open in a comfortable V. The hamstrings are the primary focus, while the adductors and calves may also be stretched de...
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The Straddle is a seated stretch performed with the legs open in a comfortable V. The hamstrings are the primary focus, while the adductors and calves may also be stretched de...
Read exercise guideThe TRX Hamstring Curl is performed face up with the heels supported in suspension straps. The hamstrings bend the knees, while the glutes and calves assist with maintaining t...
Read exercise guideThe Upper Back-Leg Grab is a seated stretch that combines a forward fold with an under-thigh hold. The hamstrings are the primary focus, while the lower and middle back may al...
Read exercise guideThe Vertical Swing is an explosive movement that uses a two-hand dumbbell swing and a vertical jump. The hamstrings provide the primary hip-hinge emphasis, while the glutes, q...
Read exercise guideWide Stance Stiff Legs is a barbell hip-hinge variation performed with the feet set wider than a conventional stiff-legged deadlift. The hamstrings provide the primary emphasi...
Read exercise guideThe World's Greatest Stretch is a multi-part mobility sequence that moves from a forward lunge into a lower hip position and then a front-leg hamstring stretch. The hamstrings...
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