Wall Hamstring Stretch

Lie on your back near a wall and extend one leg straight up the wall, adjusting your distance to control intensity, and relax completely into the gravity-assisted hamstring stretch. Alternate sides.

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How to do the Wall Hamstring Stretch

  1. Lie on your back near a wall and extend one leg straight up the wall.
  2. Adjusting your distance to control intensity.
  3. And relax completely into the gravity-assisted hamstring stretch. Alternate sides.

What it targets

Primary muscle groups: Hamstrings, Calves, Lower Back.

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

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This page is for educational purposes and is not a substitute for medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment. See peer-reviewed sources for these recommendations, and always consult a qualified healthcare provider for new, severe, or persistent symptoms.