Standing Toe Down Hamstring Stretch
The heel-forward hamstring stretch with the front toes pointed AWAY; the calf stays slack and the pull stays behind the thigh.
How to do it
Setup
Standing, one foot a short step ahead, knee straight, toes pointed; hands on that thigh.
Steps
- Bend the back knee and push the hips back.
- Hinge forward with a flat back until the front thigh stretches.
- Hold and breathe, then switch legs.
Common mistakes
Rounding the back to go lower: the hinge comes from the hips. Pressing down on the front knee: rest the hands on the thigh above it. Toes pulled up: point them away, or the calf takes over.
Breathing
Slow and even through the hold.
