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Upper Legs · Body Weight
Seated Single Leg Toe Touch Hamstring Stretch
Seated Single Leg Toe Touch Hamstring Stretch is a beginner isolation flexibility exercise that works the hamstrings (upper legs), with the calves and lower back assisting. It needs no equipment beyond your own body weight. A typical prescription is 2-3 sets of 30-60-second holds per side, and it burns about 3.1 calories per minute.
- Target
- Hamstrings
- Body part
- Upper Legs
- Equipment
- Body Weight
- Category
- Flexibility
- Mechanic
- Isolation
- Force
- Static
- Sets × reps
- 2-3 × 30-60 sec hold
- Calories / min
- ≈ 3.1 kcal
Primary muscles
- Hamstrings
Secondary muscles
- Calves
- Lower Back
How to do Seated Single Leg Toe Touch Hamstring Stretch
- Sit with one leg extended and the other bent, foot against the inner thigh.
- Sit tall and face the extended leg.
- Hinge forward from your hips and reach toward your toes.
- Hold, then switch sides.
Form tips
- Keep your back long.
- Don't bounce.
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Seated Single Leg Toe Touch Hamstring Stretch FAQ
What muscles does Seated Single Leg Toe Touch Hamstring Stretch work?
Seated Single Leg Toe Touch Hamstring Stretch mainly works the hamstrings in the upper legs. The calves and lower back work as secondary muscles.
What equipment do you need for Seated Single Leg Toe Touch Hamstring Stretch?
None. Seated Single Leg Toe Touch Hamstring Stretch is a body weight exercise, so you can do it at home or anywhere with enough space.
How many sets and reps of Seated Single Leg Toe Touch Hamstring Stretch should I do?
Start with 2-3 sets of 30-60-second holds per side. Pick a load or variation where the last one or two reps are hard but your form stays clean.
Is Seated Single Leg Toe Touch Hamstring Stretch good for beginners?
Yes. Seated Single Leg Toe Touch Hamstring Stretch is rated beginner, so it's a sound choice while you learn to train the hamstrings.
How many calories does Seated Single Leg Toe Touch Hamstring Stretch burn?
About 3.1 calories per minute for a person of around 70 kg, based on a MET value of 2.5. Ten minutes of work is roughly 31 calories; heavier people burn more.
What is a good alternative to Seated Single Leg Toe Touch Hamstring Stretch?
Other exercises for the hamstrings include Exercise Ball Seated Hamstring Stretch, Standing Hamstring Calf Stretch With Resistance Band, Dumbbell Rdl Stretch Isometric and Seated Leg Curl Machine.
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