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Hamstrings

Chair Leg Extended Stretch

Chair Leg Extended Stretch (Start)Chair Leg Extended Stretch (End)

A seated hamstring stretch with one leg extended on a chair or low surface.

Primary musclesHamstrings
Secondary musclesAdductors

Setup

  1. 1Sit on the front edge of a chair with one leg extended and the heel on the floor, toes pointing up.
  2. 2Bend your other knee with the foot flat on the floor.
  3. 3Sit tall with your hands on your thighs.

How to perform

  1. 1Hinge forward from your hips with a flat back.
  2. 2Reach your hands toward your extended foot until you feel a stretch behind the thigh.
  3. 3Hold the position for 20-30 seconds.
  4. 4Return to upright and switch legs.

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