Runner's Stretch

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General info

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Exercise type

Mechanics type

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Targeted muscles

Hamstrings (look at the image)

Accessory muscles

Calves

How to perform exercise

t's easiest to get into this stretch if you start standing up, put one leg behind you, and slowly lower your torso down to the floor.
Keep the front heel on the floor (if it lifts up, scoot your other leg further back).
Place your hands on either side of your front leg. To get more out of this stretch, push your butt up toward the ceiling, and then

What muscles work?

If the correct technique is followed, the following muscle groups work: Hamstrings, and auxiliary muscles: Calves

Best workout routines with this exercise

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Exercise substitutions

You can try replacing the exercise «Runner's Stretch» with one of these exercises. The possibility of replacement is determined on the basis of the muscle groups involved.