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Single Leg Hamstring Bridge

SINGLE LEG HAMSTRING BRIDGE

This is an advanced strengthening exercise version of the HAMSTRING BRIDGE. Start by lying down on your back with your knees bent to 110 degrees. Keep one heel planted on the floor and raise the other leg into 90 degrees hip flexion. Keep the core braced to hold a neutral spine as you lift the pelvis off the ground.

Muscles Involved:

  • Semitendinosus

  • Semimembranosus

  • Biceps Femoris

  • Posterior Chain / Superficial Back Line

Related Conditions:

  • Yoga Butt

  • Proximal Hamstrings Tendinopathy / Tendinitis

  • Distal Hamstrings Tendinopathy / Tendinitis

  • Lower Cross Syndrome

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