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Exercise ball seated hamstring stretch

The exercise ball seated hamstring stretch is a flexibility exercise targeting the hamstrings. Sitting on a stability ball, extend one leg forward while keeping the other bent. Lean forward from the hips to stretch the hamstring of the extended leg.

How to perform: Exercise ball seated hamstring stretch

At a glance

Area
Upper legs
Main muscle
Hamstrings
Equipment
Stability ball
Level
Beginner

Form tips

  • Keep your back straight while leaning forward.
  • Avoid bouncing during the stretch.
  • Hold the stretch for at least 20-30 seconds.

What to watch out for

  • Lower back pain
  • Hamstring injury
  • Sciatica

Also known as

Stretching dei muscoli posteriori della coscia con fitball, fitball hamstring stretch, stability ball hamstring stretch

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