Hamstring Stretching and Flexibility Training
Follow the instructions you were given by  Seated Modified Hurdler Stretch
your physical therapist.
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All stretching should be slow, gentle, and painless.
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Do not bounce – go to the stretch position and hold.
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Be certain that you are safe from losing your balance and falling – have
something secure to grasp onto.
 Standing Hamstring Stretch
Sit on a stable surface with your back straight and head upright. Dangle one leg off and slide it back to reach a stretch. Hold for _____ seconds and relax. Repeat _____ times.
 Back Lying Hamstring Stretch
Place your foot on a stable surface about knee high. Hinge at your hips while keeping back straight and your chest up.
Hold for _____ seconds and relax. Lie on your back with one leg straight out. Repeat ______ times.
Lift your other leg and support your leg with your hands behind your thigh. Your leg should reach a 90° angle at the hip. Hold for _____ seconds.
Lower gently and relax. Repeat _____ times.
Dev. 12/12 Rev. 4/15 Mount Carmel 2015