Why should I stretch?
1. Less likely to get injured.
2. Greater range of motion which may enhance performance.
3. Enhances movement, so you are more mobile.
Why are hamstrings tight?
1. Glutes are weak so your hamstrings and calves kick in to help out.
2. Muscle imbalance. You’re in forward motion most of your day which makes the front of your body so much stronger than the back of your body.
3. Inactivity, sitting for long periods of time.
Here are 3 stretches to help increase the flexibility in your hamstrings.
1. Seated or standing reaching for toes
2. Sitting Angular
3. Lying Leg Up
Hold each stretch for 30 seconds.
Watch the NBC 15 Stretches for you Hamstrings Segment for proper form and alignment.
