Exercise

90/90 Hamstring

Also known as: 90/90 hamstring stretch, supine hamstring stretch, active hamstring, 90 90 stretch

90/90 Hamstring — position 190/90 Hamstring — position 2

90/90 Hamstring is an exercise for the hamstrings. Main target: biceps femoris. Also works: medial gastrocnemius. No equipment needed — just your bodyweight.

EquipmentBodyweight
MovementPush
CategoryStretching

Muscles worked

How to do it

  1. Lie on your back, with one leg extended straight out.
  2. With the other leg, bend the hip and knee to 90 degrees. You may brace your leg with your hands if necessary. This will be your starting position.
  3. Extend your leg straight into the air, pausing briefly at the top. Return the leg to the starting position.
  4. Repeat for 10-20 repetitions, and then switch to the other leg.

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