Elephant Walk - Stretch & Strengthen your hamstrings
Instructions:
Position: Stand facing a raised surface such as a step, bench, or block.
Knee Position: Push your knee slightly behind the ankle.
Activation: Flex (tighten) your quad muscle, the muscle at the front of your thigh. This action will stretch the hamstring at the back of the thigh.
Repetitions: Aim for 20 reps, gently pushing the knee back further with each repetition.
Progression Tips:
Step further from the raised surface or choose a lower surface. This adjustment will increase the stretch and load on the hamstrings, and expect to progress rapidly.
Benefits:
Prevention of Lower Back Pain: Tight hamstrings can contribute to lower back pain. Increasing hamstring flexibility can provide potential relief for the lower back.
Activates the quad muscles, promoting muscle balance in the legs.
It helps prevent hamstring strains and other injuries by ensuring these muscles are strong and flexible.
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