Exercise ball seated hamstring stretch

How to do it

1. 1Sit on the stability ball with your feet flat on the floor and knees bent at 90 degrees.
2. 2Roll the ball slowly forward, walking your feet outward until your upper back rests on the ball and your legs are straight in front of you.
3. 3Place your hands on your hips for added support.
4. 4Engage your core and lower your torso toward the floor, keeping your back straight and chest lifted.
5. 5Stop when you feel a stretch in the hamstrings and hold for 20‑30 seconds.
6. 6Return slowly to the start by driving through your heels and using your hamstrings to lift back up.
7. 7Repeat for the desired number of reps.

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This page is for information and doesn’t replace a professional. If you have an injury or a medical condition, ask first. Data from the open catalogue hasaneyldrm/exercises-dataset, MIT licence.