Bent knee hamstring stretches target the lower hamstring muscle fibres closer to the knee, rather than the upper fibres nearer the hip. This makes them particularly useful in the early stages of rehabilitation or when the muscle is sensitive.
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This is a static stretch, meaning you hold the position without movement to gently lengthen the muscle.
To perform the stretch, bring your leg up into position, then slowly straighten the knee until you feel a gentle stretch along the back of the thigh. Do not force the movement. Instead, relax into the stretch and maintain control throughout.
Hold for 20–30 seconds and repeat as required. You should feel a mild, comfortable stretch, not pain.
Tags: Hamstring exercises
