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Banded Hamstring Stretch
A lying stretch that uses a band around the foot to draw a straight leg toward the torso and lengthen the hamstring.
What this exercise works
- Muscles
- hamstrings · gastrocnemius
- Goals
- mobility
- Equipment
- Resistance band
- Category
- Stretching
- Difficulty
- beginner
Demonstration
Step 1
How to perform the movement
- Lie on your back and loop a band around one foot.
- Raise that leg straight up, holding the band in both hands.
- Gently pull the band to draw the leg toward you.
- Hold for 20 to 30 seconds, breathing steadily.
- Switch sides and repeat.
Technique cues and common mistakes
- Keep the raised leg as straight as you can.
- Keep the other leg flat on the floor.