Hamstrings Upper Legs Assisted #0016

Assisted Prone Hamstring

Animated demonstration

Assisted Prone Hamstring — Animated demonstration

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At a glance

Target muscle
Hamstrings
Body part
Upper Legs
Equipment
Assisted
Synergist group
Glutes

Secondary muscles

Glutes Lower Back

How to perform

  1. 1

    Lie face down on a mat or bench with your legs fully extended.

  2. 2

    Have a partner or use a resistance band to secure your ankles.

  3. 3

    Engage your hamstrings and lift your legs towards your glutes, keeping your knees straight.

  4. 4

    Pause for a moment at the top, then slowly lower your legs back down to the starting position.

  5. 5

    Repeat for the desired number of repetitions.

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