Standing Hamstrings and Back Stretch Exercise Guide
Exercise Profile
- Target
- Hamstrings
- Equipment
- Body weight
- Body Part
- Back, Thighs
- Primary Muscle
- Hamstrings
- Secondary Muscles
- Erector Spinae
- Intensity
- low
- Category
- stretching
- Skill Level
- beginner
- Estimated Calories
- 2
- Alternate Names
- Standing Back and Hamstring Stretch
How to: Standing Hamstrings and Back Stretch
- Stand with your feet hip-width apart and arms by your sides.
- Inhale and as you exhale, hinge at the hips and lower your upper body towards the floor, keeping your back straight.
- Feel the stretch in your hamstrings and back.
- Hold the stretch for 15-30 seconds, breathing normally.
- Slowly return to the standing position and repeat as desired.
Common Mistakes
- Not holding the stretch long enough to feel the benefit.
- Bending the back instead of hinging at the hips.
- Too much tension in the shoulders during the stretch.
Modifications
- Perform the stretch seated if standing is uncomfortable.
- Use a towel or strap to assist in the stretch if flexibility is limited.
Tips
- Keep your knees slightly bent if you feel strain in your hamstrings.
- Avoid bouncing while stretching; hold the position for better results.
Standing Hamstrings and Back Stretch Alternatives
Tags
flexibility
hamstrings
back
stretching
mobility
beginner