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Seated hamstring stretch

Fold gently toward a lengthened leg from a stable chair.

How to do it

  1. Sit near the front of a chair and extend one leg with the heel grounded.
  2. Keep your back long and tip forward a little from the hips.
  3. Return upright and switch sides.

Form check

A mild stretch is enough; do not reach for your toes by rounding your back.

Make it easier

Leave the extended knee slightly bent.

Move within a comfortable range and keep breathing. Stop if a movement causes pain or you feel unwell. Ask a qualified trainer for help with unfamiliar equipment.

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