Hamstrings · Body weight · Beginner
How to do Runners Stretch
The runner's stretch is a bodyweight exercise primarily targeting the hamstrings, with secondary emphasis on the calves and quadriceps. It is performed by stepping forward, bending the front knee, and keeping the back leg straight to stretch the hamstrings.
- Primary muscle
- Hamstrings
- Also works
- Calves and Quadriceps
- Equipment
- Body weight
- Level
- Beginner
- Category
- Legs
How to do Runners Stretch, step by step
- Stand with your feet hip-width apart.
- Take a step forward with your right foot, keeping your left foot planted.
- Bend your right knee and lower your body down, keeping your left leg straight.
- Place your hands on your right thigh for support.
- Hold the stretch for 20-30 seconds, then switch sides and repeat.
Muscles worked
Runners Stretch works your hamstrings as the main mover, with help from your calves and quadriceps.
Track Runners Stretch in SPLYT
Runners Stretch is already in SPLYT’s exercise library. Log your sets, reps and weight on iPhone or Apple Watch, with last time’s weights already filled in.
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