How do i get my hamstrings to loosen up? they have always been very tight.?
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Stretching daily is the key but not all stretches are created equal. I have found that the best stretch to loosen up tight hamstrings to normal is like this: lie in a doorway with one leg up in the air leaning against the wall, knee somewhat bent, the other leg lying on the floor in the doorway, then tightening your quad (front thigh muscle) straighten your knee on the leg leaning against the wall and hold for 30 seconds.
Stretch your hamstrings.
Lie on your back, keeping the back flat and your eyes focused upward. Grasp the back of one thigh with both your hands and (leg bent) pull that thigh into a 90-degree position vs. the floor. Then slowly straighten your knee. After you’ve gotten used to doing this exercise, you can achieve a better stretch by pulling your thigh closer to your chest—but don’t overdo it!
Stretch, strech, and strech some more.
after you shower, assuming you take hot showers, your muscles are warmed up and are able to flex a bit more than normal
Make sure, if you workout, to strech at the beginning AND END.
I've always done pilates or yoga when I feel that my Muscles are aching or tight. It might help for you also!
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