Legs·Other
Lying Hamstring
Hamstrings · Other
Advanced
Body Part
Legs
Equipment
Other
Level
Advanced
Force
Static
The Lying Hamstring is an advanced other exercise that primarily targets the Hamstrings.
Muscles Worked
Hamstrings primaryCalves secondary
How to Do the Lying Hamstring
- 1Lie on your back with your legs extended. Your partner should be kneeling beside you. Raise one leg up towards the ceiling and have your partner hold the ankle. Your partner can use their shoulder to brace your leg if necessary. This will be your starting position.
- 2With your partner holding your leg in place, attempt to flex the knee, contracting the hamstrings for 10-20 seconds.
- 3Then relax your leg, allowing your partner to gently push the leg towards your head. Be sure to inform your helper when the stretch is adequate to prevent injury or overstretching. Switch sides once complete.
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Exercise data from the open-source Free Exercise DB.