The seated hamstring stretch is a simple yet effective way to release tightness in the back of the thigh while also supporting healthy hip movement. By keeping the stretch controlled and static, it helps improve flexibility, enhance posture, and reduce the risk of muscle strain. This exercise is often used to support recovery from physical activity, counteract prolonged sitting, and prepare the lower body for more dynamic movements.
- Come into a sitting position and bend one leg and rest the heel on the inside of the thigh of the straight leg.
- Bending from the hips, slowly reach your hands towards the toes of your straight leg.
- Sustain as per Physiotherapist guidelines.
- Repeat on the opposite side.
- This is a sustained stretch, to avoid injury please avoid bouncing movements or stretching into pain.