Seated Hamstring Stretch

Difficulty

Beginner

Position

Seated

Type

Static stretching

Sides

Both sides

Hold time

60 s per set in our routines

How to do the Seated Hamstring Stretch

1. Sit tall on the edge of a chair with one leg extended, heel on the floor and toes pointing up.
2. Lengthen your spine and hinge forward from the hips toward the extended foot.
3. Reach hands toward your foot or shin while keeping your back long, then switch legs.

Tips

• Avoid rounding your spine; think about reaching your chest forward.
• Let the arms help deepen the stretch only if it feels good.

Adjustments

• Place hands on your shin or use a strap if your toes feel far away.

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