Tight hamstrings are a common complaint, particularly for athletes. Learn some of the best hamstring stretches, including seated and standing stretches, along with the benefits of stretching.

This hamstring stretch is essentially the sitting version of the standing hamstring stretch. “It activates the entire back and depending on flexibility levels, you can incorporate a band to help ...

3. Standing hamstring stretch Stand in front of a raised surface, such as a bench, step or chair. You may also want to stand next to a wall to help you balance.

Hinge at your hips while keeping your knees relatively straight while the object moves toward your toes for a stretch in the hamstring. Then return to standing. Here’s how it’s done.

Set one foot on a low desk, chair or stair step. Standing tall, keeping your chest high, hips square and tailbone lifted, bend forward from your hips. Feel the stretch in the back of your thigh or ...

The hamstrings are made up of three major muscles. Together they're responsible for hip and knee movements for walking and more. This article breaks it down, including videos and visuals.