Exercise Guide

Exercise Ball Seated Hamstring Stretch

intermediate
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Exercise Ball Seated Hamstring Stretch

Hamstrings Stability Ball

intermediate

Category

upper legs

Body Part

upper legs

Equipment

stability ball

Target

hamstrings

Instructions

  1. 1

    Sit on the stability ball with your feet flat on the ground and your knees bent at a 90-degree angle.

  2. 2

    Slowly roll the ball forward, walking your feet out until your upper back is resting on the ball and your legs are extended straight in front of you.

  3. 3

    Place your hands on your hips for support.

  4. 4

    Engage your core and slowly lower your upper body towards the ground, keeping your back straight and your chest lifted.

  5. 5

    Stop when you feel a stretch in your hamstrings, and hold the position for 20-30 seconds.

  6. 6

    Slowly return to the starting position by pushing through your heels and using your hamstrings to pull yourself back up.

  7. 7

    Repeat for the desired number of repetitions.

Muscles

GlutesHamstringsLower Back