Supine Hamstring Stretch with Towel

Lie on your back, loop a towel around one foot, extend the leg toward the ceiling, and use the towel to gently pull it closer while keeping your knee straight.

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How to do the Supine Hamstring Stretch with Towel

  1. Lie on your back.
  2. Loop a towel around one foot.
  3. Extend the leg toward the ceiling.
  4. And use the towel to gently pull it closer while keeping your knee straight.

What it targets

Primary muscle groups: Hamstrings, Calves.

Commonly included in conservative-care programs for: Lower Back Pain, Sciatica.

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