Hamstrings exercise
Standing Hamstrings Stretch
Standing stretch with your heel forward and your toes pointing up, lengthening the hamstrings of that leg.
- Primary muscleHamstrings
- Also worksCalves
- EquipmentBodyweight
- LevelBeginner
- Hamstrings
- Calves
- Bodyweight
How to do the Standing Hamstrings Stretch
4 steps, in the order you do them.
- Stand with your feet hip-width apart and step one foot forward, resting only the heel on the floor with your toes up.
- Slightly bend the back knee and keep your hips facing forward.
- Lean forward from your hips, with your back long, until you feel the stretch in the back of your thigh.
- Hold for 20 to 30 seconds, breathing slowly, then switch legs and repeat.
Muscles worked
Alternatives to the Standing Hamstrings Stretch
They work the hamstrings with other equipment, including options for training at home.
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Frequently asked questions
What muscles does the Standing Hamstrings Stretch work?
The Standing Hamstrings Stretch works mainly the hamstrings. It also works the calves.