Exercise technique

leg up hamstring stretch

The leg up hamstring stretch is a flexibility exercise targeting the hamstrings and glutes. It involves lying on your back, bringing one knee toward your chest, and then straightening the leg to stretch the hamstring.

How do you perform this exercise?

  1. Lie flat on your back with your legs extended.
  2. Bend one knee and bring it towards your chest, holding onto your thigh or shin.
  3. Straighten your leg as much as possible while keeping it elevated.
  4. Hold the stretch for 20-30 seconds.
  5. Repeat with the other leg.

Which other muscles are involved?

Glutes.

How do you log your sets?

How do you track progressive overload?

Source: ExerciseDB catalogue and demonstration. Related movements are options to compare, not equivalent loads or a prescribed progression.

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