How to Do
How to Do Lying Hamstring Stretch
Be careful how close you pull your knee towards your chest, this causes the stretching movement to be harder.
Each lying hamstring stretch should begin with a good posture to avoid injury. Brace the spine by drawing your lower abdomen inward. Your core muscles should be activated to support your posture as you perform the exercise.
If any pain is experienced, immediately stop this lying hamstring stretch.
Beginning
Beginning Lying Hamstring Stretch
Get in starting position by laying flat down on your back.
Movement
Lying Hamstring Stretch Movement
1. To begin the movement, lift a knee towards your chest and then grab your knee from behind with both hands.
2. Slowly pull your knee slightly towards your chest.
3. To begin the stretch extend your knee towards the ceiling until a slight stretch is felt, hold that position for 20-30 seconds, and repeat this 2-3 times depending on tightness then alternate legs.
Benefits
Lying Hamstring Stretch Benefits
Injury prevention.
Increasing adaptability.
Improving your posture.
