Back-Friendly Hamstring Stretch
A hamstring-focused stretch suitable for people whose lower back and the backs of their thighs feel stiff from sitting for long periods. It may help gently reduce tension in the backs of the thighs and ease tightness in lower back, calves, and pelvic movement.
- Category
- Office worker · General
- Target areas
- Hamstring · Lower back · Calf · Neck · Hip
- Duration
- 50s
- Difficulty
- Easy
Caution
- Stop immediately if you feel sharp, radiating pain down your lower back or legs.
- If you have been diagnosed with a herniated disc or your pain keeps recurring, consult a specialist before doing this stretch.
- Rather than forcing your upper body to bend forward, stretch slowly within a pain-free range.
Creator @bodyjoy_center
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