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The hamstrings, which you find along the backs of your thighs, can become chronically tight from extended periods of sitting, infrequent stretching and lack of regular functional movement.
These 4 simple mobility and flexibility exercises will realign your body and help reduce pain. They’re best performed post workout or at the end of your day to help relieve pent-up tension. Check out the descriptions and video below for more details!
- Gorilla Walk – From a standing position, bend your left knee and bring your right heel to the ground. Keeping your right knee slightly bent, draw your right toes toward your shin and sit your hips back. Fold forward and sweep your fingers on the ground alongside your feet. Stand then step forward to switch sides. Perform 20 alternating steps.
- Cherry Pickers – Stand with your feet double shoulder width apart, your toes pointed forward and with a slight bend in your knees. Reach your arms up, fold at your waist and tap the floor between your feet once, then behind your feet. Bring yourself back to a standing position. Perform 5 – 7 reps.
- Foam Roll Hamstrings – Sitting on the floor, place a foam roller horizontally under your right upper thigh. Bring your hands behind you, lift your hips and roll up and down the middle, inner and outer edges of the thigh. Spend 2 – 4 minutes on each side.
- Reclined Hamstring Stretch – Sit and wrap a band around the arch of your right foot. Grab the band and lay back. Extend your left leg on the floor and bring your right leg up. Relax your head and shoulders toward the floor and gently draw your right shin towards your chest. Breath through your nose and hold for 1 – 2 minutes, on each side.
Take the time to take care of your body.
Happy stretching!
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