Leg Up Hamstring Stretch

Targets the hamstrings effectively through stretching.

Instructions

• Lie on your back with legs extended.
• Raise one leg up, keeping it straight and grab behind the thigh or calf.
• Keep the other leg flat on the ground.
• Hold the stretch for 15–30 seconds.
• Repeat with the other leg.

Common Mistakes to Avoid

• Bending the knee or locking it too tightly.
• Lifting the opposite hip off the floor.
• Stretching beyond comfort causing pain.

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