Exercise Guide

Runners Stretch

intermediate
Exercise Visual

Runners Stretch

Hamstrings Body Weight

intermediate

Category

upper legs

Body Part

upper legs

Equipment

body weight

Target

hamstrings

Instructions

  1. 1

    Stand with your feet hip-width apart.

  2. 2

    Take a step forward with your right foot, keeping your left foot planted.

  3. 3

    Bend your right knee and lower your body down, keeping your left leg straight.

  4. 4

    Place your hands on your right thigh for support.

  5. 5

    Hold the stretch for 20-30 seconds, then switch sides and repeat.

Muscles

CalvesHamstringsQuadriceps