Exercise Tutorial: Kneeling Hamstring Stretch
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What Is Kneeling Hamstring Stretch
The Kneeling Hamstring Stretch is a way of stretching out the Hamstrings. The Hamstrings are made up of three muscles, the Semitendinosus, Semimembranosus, and the Biceps Femoris. Often when we have a heavy leg day, the Hamstrings can become tight and sore. Performing a Hamstring Stretch is a great way to help reduce tightness and improve recovery.
How to Do a Kneeling Hamstring Stretch
The Kneeling Hamstring Stretch is very simple to learn and perform. To learn how to do a Kneeling Hamstring Stretch, follow the instructions below.
Get into a half-kneeling position on the floor. Place your left foot forward and right knee back (both legs should be at a 90° angle).
Sit back onto your right ankle and straighten your left leg. Bend forward maintaining a straight back until you feel a slight pull in your hamstrings. Hold for 30 seconds.
Repeat on the other side.
If your hamstrings are tight, you can keep a slight bend in the knee.
You have now learned how to do a Kneeling Hamstring Stretch!
Kneeling Hamstring Stretch Form
Something to keep in mind when performing the Kneeling Hamstring Stretch is to keep the leg being stretched straight. If you bend this leg, you will reduce the stretch and make it ineffective. As well, remember to only stretch to the point of slight discomfort! Going past this can cause injury.
Kneeling Hamstring Stretch Benefits
There are many benefits to stretching out the Hamstrings! Some Kneeling Hamstring Stretch Benefits include,
Reduced low back pain
Increased flexibility
Improved posture
Increased mobility and range of motion
Reduced risk of injury
Reduced tension and tightness in the Hamstrings
Remember that to see these benefits, you will consistently need to perform the Kneeling Hamstring Stretch!
Kneeling Hamstring Stretch Muscles Worked
The Kneeling Hamstring Stretch will primarily engage the muscles of the Hamstrings. Remember, these muscles are the Semitendinosus, Semimembranosus, and Biceps Femoris.
Why Is the Kneeling Hamstring Stretch
The Kneeling Hamstring Stretch is useful because it lengthens all of the muscles of the hamstrings at the same time! This makes this stretch very effective. As well, tight Hamstrings are known to cause a variety of other problems such as poor posture, back pain, and even impact the way you are squatting. Regular performance of a Hamstring stretch is recommended to prevent injury and promote the healthiest muscles possible.
