Strength: Seated hamstring stretch

Strength: Seated hamstring stretch aids flexibility in the back of your thighs that will help prevent injuries and optimise your running stride.

Technique:

• Stand behind a bench or chair.
• Place your right foot on the chair, keeping the leg straight.
• Keep the toes of your left foot facing forward (they will have a tendency to turn out).
• Reach forward from your waist.
• Keep your back straight and don’t slouch.

Be safe

Don’t overstretch and don’t bounce your stretch. Hold the stretch and reach a little further forward as your muscle relaxes into the stretch.

Sets and reps

Hold the stretch for 30 seconds and repeat it twice on both legs.