runners stretch
runners stretch — highlighted muscle: hamstrings

Muscles worked

hamstrings, calves, quadriceps

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runners stretch

Body part
upper legs
Equipment
body weight
Target muscle
hamstrings
Muscle group
calves

Secondary muscles

calvesquadriceps

How to perform it

  1. 1

    Stand with your feet hip-width apart.

  2. 2

    Take a step forward with your right foot, keeping your left foot planted.

  3. 3

    Bend your right knee and lower your body down, keeping your left leg straight.

  4. 4

    Place your hands on your right thigh for support.

  5. 5

    Hold the stretch for 20-30 seconds, then switch sides and repeat.

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