Deep Lunge to Hamstring Stretch
Rock from a deep lunge back over a straightened front leg and forward again; the hamstrings and the hip flexors open in turn.
How to do it
Setup
Deep lunge, back knee down on a mat, hands on the floor beside the front foot.
Steps
- Shift the hips back and straighten the front leg, toes up.
- Pause where the back of that thigh stretches, back long.
- Slide forward into the lunge until the back hip opens.
- Finish the set, then switch sides.
Common mistakes
Rounding over the leg to reach lower: hinge from the hips, chest long. Bouncing between the ends: glide slowly and pause at each. Forcing the front knee straight: stop at the first clear stretch.
Breathing
Exhale into the fold, inhale back into the lunge.
