Stretching – standing hamstring stretch
Player extends one leg forward and hinges at the hips to stretch the hamstring. This drill improves posterior-chain flexibility and recovery after running.
Equipment
Open space
Coaching points
- Hinge from the hips
- Keep the back long
- Keep front leg controlled
- Do not bounce
Common mistakes
- Rounding the back heavily
- Locking knee too hard
- Bouncing
- Reaching too aggressively
Action video
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Difficulty
Beginner
Duration
30 seconds
Repetitions
1 × 2 sets
Touches
0
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