Lying Hamstring Stretch with Band

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Exercise overview

Training details

Hamstrings

Equipment

Resistance Band

Sets × time

2 × 30 sec

Rest

45 sec

How to perform it

Step-by-step instructions

01Lie on your back and loop a band securely around the middle of one foot.
02Keep the opposite leg extended on the floor or bent for comfort while both hips remain level.
03Use the band to raise the working leg until a gentle hamstring stretch is felt.
04Keep the knee as straight as comfortable without lifting the pelvis or forcing the range.
05Hold while breathing steadily, lower the leg slowly, and switch sides.

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