Core Knowledge

Movements

Inverted Hamstring - In Place

Starting Position

  • Standing on one leg with arms raised to 90 degrees and shoulder blades pinched together

Procedure

  • Bend over at waist and kick opposite heel to sky
  • When stretch is felt, return to standing position
  • Repeat on same leg for prescribed number of repetitions and then switch legs

Coaching Keys

  • Keep back flat
  • Maintain straight line from ear through hip, knee and ankle
  • Try to not let foot touch ground between repetitions

You Should Feel It

  • Stretching the hamstrings

Tags: Movement Preparation, Stretching, Hamstrings

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