Seated Hamstring

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Seated Hamstring — Body Weight Hamstrings exercise demonstration
Seated Hamstring — Body Weight Hamstrings exercise demonstration
Body part
Upper Legs
Target
Hamstrings
Equipment
Body Weight
Secondary
Calves

Instructions

  1. 1In a seated position with your legs extended, have your partner stand behind you. Now, lean forward as your partner braces your shoulders with their hands. This will be your starting position.
  2. 2Attempt to push your torso back for 10-20 seconds, as your partner prevents any actual movement of your torso.
  3. 3Now relax your muscles as your partner increases the stretch by gently pushing your torso forward for 10-20 seconds.

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