Technique

Start position:

• Lie on your back
• Place a small flat cushion or book under your head
• Bend your knees and keep your feet straight and hip-width apart
• Keep your upper body relaxed and your chin gently tucked in

Action:

• Bend one knee up towards your chest and grasp your hamstring with both hands below the knee
• Slowly straighten the knee while bringing your foot towards you
• Hold for 20-30 seconds, taking deep breaths
• Bend the knee and return to the starting position

Tips:

• Don’t press your low back down into the floor as you stretch
• Only stretch as far as is comfortable, and stop immediately if you feel any pain, numbness or tingling

How Often?

Repeat two or three times, alternating legs, twice daily