Supine hamstring stretch with strap
General guidance. This page has not been reviewed by a qualified professional yet.
Supine hamstring stretch with strap. Raise the leg slowly until you feel a gentle hamstring stretch. Hold and switch sides.
How to do this exercise: Supine hamstring stretch with strapSetup · movement · load
- Set your position
Lie on your back with a strap around one foot; the knee may remain softly bent.
- Make the movement
Raise the leg slowly until you feel a gentle hamstring stretch. Hold and switch sides.
- Breathe and control the pace
Breathe steadily and hold a stable position. End the hold when you cannot maintain it without arching, shaking or losing balance.
Do not force the leg upward or lift the pelvis.
Kilograms are not the main measure here. Track time, distance or repetitions as planned; choose resistance and range you can control.
For your first use, ask staff to show you the machine settings and safety release. Stop for sharp pain. This basic guide is awaiting professional review.
- Type
- Mobility
- Difficulty
- Beginner
- Sides
- One side at a time
- How load is measured
- No external load
Main muscles
Hamstrings
Equipment
Load values are only comparable on the same exercise and equipment.
How to do it
- Lie on your back with a strap around one foot; the knee may remain softly bent.
- Raise the leg slowly until you feel a gentle hamstring stretch. Hold and switch sides.
Common mistakes
- Do not force the leg upward or lift the pelvis.
Safety notes
- Start with easy resistance and breathe continuously. Stop for sharp pain; ask gym staff to demonstrate unfamiliar equipment.