Active Hamstring Stretch

Active hamstring stretch using reciprocal quad activation for functional range.

hip mobility exercises Hamstrings, neural mobility

Execution

1Supine with one leg extended on the floor
2Actively raise the other leg with the knee straight
3Keep ankle dorsiflexed
4Hold 2-3 seconds at the top, lower slowly
53 sets x 10-12 reps per leg

Cues

Contract the quad to keep the knee straight
Pelvis stays heavy on the floor
Move slowly through the range

Common Errors

Knee bending
Pelvis lifting
Using momentum

Progressions

1Active -> Assisted with band -> PNF contract-relax -> Straight leg lowering

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