Standing Forward fold to hip flexor stretch
Stretches hamstrings and releases lower back tension
Mobility & StretchingBeginnerMobilityStretch
At a glance
| Muscles worked | Primary: Hamstrings |
|---|---|
| Muscle group | Mobility & Stretching |
| Difficulty | Beginner |
| Type | Mobility · Stretch |
| Sets & reps | 3 sets × 20-30s |
| Estimated calories burned | ~10 kcal |
| Equipment | None needed |
How to do it
- Step 1: Stand with feet hip-width apart
- Step 2: Hinge at hips and fold forward
- Step 3: Let head and arms hang heavy
- Step 4: Relax into the stretch
- Step 5: Roll up slowly
Coaching tips
Benefits
Stretches hamstrings and releases lower back tension
Common mistakes
Bouncing or forcing the stretch
Make it harder
Reach further toward the floor
Make it easier
Bend knees slightly
Breathing
Deep steady breaths
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