This exercise involves standing and lifting one leg, then bending the knee and stretching the hamstring by reaching towards the foot.
Type
Strength
Equipment
No Equipment
Difficulty
Intermediate
Key Benefits
- Improves flexibility and range of motion in the hips
- Stretches the inner thigh muscles
- Helps to alleviate hip pain and discomfort
- Can improve posture and balance
- May help to prevent injuries in the hips and lower back
How to perform
- Stand up straight with your feet hip-width apart.
- Lift your right leg off the ground and bend your knee, bringing your heel towards your buttocks.
- Grasp your right ankle with your right hand.
- Keeping your left leg straight, hinge forward at the hips and lower your torso towards your left thigh.
- Hold the stretch for 15-30 seconds, feeling the stretch in the back of your right thigh.
- Release the stretch and repeat on the other side.
FRONT VIEW
BACK VIEW
Hamstrings
Primary
Glutes
Primary
Calves
Primary