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Roll Hamstrings Sitting on Floor

Hamstrings Isolation Foam roller
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How to do it

Starting position

  1. Sit on the floor and extend both legs in front of you.
  2. Place a foam roller under the back of your thighs.
  3. Place your hands on the floor behind your hips and lift your hips slightly.

Movement

  1. Push and pull your body with your arms to slowly roll from below your glutes to above your knees.
  2. Turn your toes inward and outward to roll the inner and outer sides of the back of your thighs as well.
  3. If you want more pressure, place one leg on top of the other.

Breathing

Don't hold your breath while rolling; breathe comfortably.

Trainer tips

  • Place the back of your thighs on the foam roller and support your body with both hands

Cautions

  • Do not roll all the way to the back of your knee.
  • If you feel numbness or tingling, stop immediately.
  • Shrugging the shoulders up

Exercise info

Primary musclesHamstrings
EquipmentFoam roller
Movement patternStretching
Recommended time30 sec–1 min
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This information is based on our analysis of public content from evidence-based training experts in Korea and abroad. It is not a substitute for medical advice. Weights and sets differ from person to person. The GYMKC app uses the sets you log to calculate the weight and reps for your next set.