Hamstrings Lying Stretch
On the back, one straight leg raised and drawn in with the hands behind the thigh; the back of that leg stretches.
How to do it
Setup
Lying on the back, one knee bent, the other leg raised, hands behind its thigh.
Steps
- Straighten the raised leg as far as it goes.
- Draw it in until the back of the thigh stretches.
- Hold and breathe, then switch legs.
Common mistakes
Lifting the hips or head to pull harder: both stay down. Pulling behind the knee: hold the thigh or calf. Forcing the knee straight through pain: a slight bend is fine.
Breathing
Exhale drawing the leg in, then breathe evenly in the hold.
