Double sitting ham stretch exercise : How to do, Benefits, Side Effects, Uses, Precautions

( Double sitting ham stretch )

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Name of exercise  Stretch hamstring bil longsitting w/towel
Other names of exercise Double sitting ham stretch
Description of exercise The double sitting ham stretch is a popular stretching exercise that targets the hamstrings, which are the muscles located at the back of the thighs. To perform this exercise, sit on the floor with your legs extended in front of you. Bend one knee and place the foot on the inside of the opposite thigh. Then, bend forward from the hips, reaching towards your toes with both hands. Hold the stretch for 20-30 seconds and then switch legs. This exercise helps to improve flexibility and range of motion in the hamstrings, which can benefit athletes and individuals with tightness in this area. It is important to perform this exercise slowly and with control to avoid injury.
Do each time for how long Do this for 10 times, or do as many times instructed by your doctor.
Do daily for how many time Do daily two times, or do as per instructed by your doctor.
Do for how many days Do for two to three weeks, or do upto days told by your doctor.
How to do exercise
  • Sit on firm surface with towel roll under buttocks with legs straight out in front.
  • Loop towel or belt around balls of feet.
  • Keep low back with proper curve.
  • Slowly pull forward at hips, towards toes until a stretch is felt.

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    Body Part Hip, Knee
    Type of Muscles Hamstring
    Category of Exercise __
    Type of Exercise __
    Body Position Sitting
    Difficulty Level Low
    Direction of Exercise Extenstion
    Type of Action Flexion, Extension

    Benefits of exercise

    According to scientific research, this exercise helps in the body per below(ME/1)

  • Increased flexibility
  • Improved range of motion
  • Reduced muscle tension
  • Improved posture
  • Strengthened hamstrings
  • Improved blood circulation
  • Reduced risk of injury
  • Increased muscle coordination
  • Improved athletic performance
  • Improved balance

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    1 Benefits of exercise
    2 When to avoid this exercise
    3 Precautions
    4 Helpful in Diseases

    When to avoid this exercise

  • The Double sitting ham stretch exercise should be avoided if you have any pre-existing injuries or conditions in your lower back, hips, or hamstrings. It is also not recommended for pregnant women or individuals with high blood pressure. If you experience any pain or discomfort while performing this exercise, it is important to stop immediately and consult with a medical professional. Additionally, this exercise should not be performed if you are recovering from a recent surgery or have any inflammation in your lower body. It is always important to listen to your body and avoid any exercises that may aggravate existing injuries or conditions.

    • Precautions

    As per several scientific studies, some precautions need to be taken while doing this exercise such as(ME/2)

  • Keep knees straight. Tighten fronts of thighs as you stretch.

    • Helpful in Diseases

  • Sciatica
  • Hip pain
  • Knee pain
  • Lower back pain

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