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Standing Hamstring Stretch with Stability Ball

The standing hamstring stretch with a stability ball places one straight leg on a ball while you hinge forward from the hips. It primarily lengthens the hamstrings and can support lower-body flexibility and comfortable hip-hinge movement.

Demonstration

Demonstration: Standing Hamstring Stretch with Stability Ball

Instructions

  1. Place a stability ball on a non-slip surface and stand tall beside it.
  2. Rest one heel and lower leg on top of the ball, keeping that knee comfortably straight.
  3. Keep your standing knee soft and square your hips forward.
  4. Hinge forward slowly from your hips until you feel a gentle stretch along the back of the raised thigh.
  5. Hold the position with steady breathing, then rise slowly and repeat on the other side.
Muscle Group
Hamstrings
Type
Stretching
Movement Patterns
Hip Hinge
Laterality
Unilateral
Movement Mode
Isometric
Equipment
Exercise Ball
Difficulty
Beginner

Technique tips

  1. Use a ball height that lets you keep your pelvis level without rounding your lower back.
  2. Do not force the knee into a locked position; a slight bend is acceptable.
  3. Keep the ball still and use a wall for light support if balance is limited.
  4. Ease out of the stretch if you feel sharp pain, tingling, or numbness.
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