Hamstring Stretch demonstrated by Physiotherapist Ami Patel

Seated Hamstring Stretch

Seated Hamstring Stretch by Ami Patel

The Seated Hamstring Stretch is one of my favourite stretches because it’s a great stretching exercise in relieving tension in the lower back and it’s easy to incorporate in my daily activities. If you have tight hamstrings or lower back muscles, give this a try throughout your day! It will only take you a couple minutes in your day but can make a big difference. Scroll down for a video demonstration that includes the many benefits this stretch has to offer!

How to Steps:

  1.  Sit on the edge of a chair or bed with one leg straight out while the other knee stays bent.
  2.  Keep your back straight and lean forward until you feel a stretch behind your thigh.
  3. Complete on other leg

*Hold the stretch for 20-30s, 2-3x per leg

Step one of seated hamstring stretch demonstrated by Physiotherapist Ami Patel
Step two of seated hamstring stretch demonstrated by Physiotherapist Ami Patel

*Never do an exercise that causes you pain*

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