7. Seated hamstring stretch
Let’s continue working on the legs with this simple hamstring stretch.
- Sit on the floor with both legs out straight in front of you.
- Extend your arms and lean forward, trying to reach as far as you can, keeping your legs straight.
- Hold for 30 seconds.
- Repeat 3 times.
Note: If you have low back pain, be careful with this move, and avoid any discomfort in the back area.
8. The hurdler hamstring stretch
This hurdler hamstring stretch works on the flexibility of the hamstrings and calves.
- Sit on the floor with one leg out straight.
- Bend the other leg at the knee and place its foot near the opposite inner thigh.
- Extend your arms overhead and lean forward over the straightened leg.
- Hold for 30 seconds.
- Repeat on the other leg.
9. Seated straddle stretch
The seated straddle stretch works on increasing the flexibility on the inner and outer sides of the legs.
- Start in a seated position.
- Stretch your legs out to the sides as far as you can.
- Extend your arms forward as far as you can.
- Hold for 30 seconds.
10. Seated spinal twist
The seated spinal twist is great for increasing the flexibility in your shoulders, chest, and spine.
- Sit on the floor and keep your legs straight.
- Bend your right knee and place it over your left leg.
- Hold for 30 seconds and move back the starting position.
- Repeat on the other side.
