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Stretching alone might not improve your flexibility—here's what you should do instead, according to a physical therapist

Tight hamstrings are a common complaint among my personal training clients. I understand the struggle firsthand, as I also have to stretch this muscle regularly. But according to Dr Neal Scibelli, a ...
CNN

The hamstring trap: Why stretching isn’t fixing your tight legs

Dana Santas, known as the “Mobility Maker,” is a certified strength and conditioning specialist and mind-body coach in professional sports. She is also the author of “Practical Solutions for Back Pain ...
The New Indian Express

Flex it with fascia floss: The joint-cleaning technique that helps release trauma

Flossing is to teeth what fascia flossing is to the connective tissues in the body. If done correctly and consistently, the joint-cleaning technique helps release trauma that may have manifested as ...
Yahoo

Try These Helpful Hamstring Stretches to Loosen Up Your Legs

THE STATE OF your hamstrings determines more about your body’s condition than you might expect. Tightness in your hamstrings can cause back pain, hip mobility, and even bad posture. “Tight hamstrings ...
Medical News Today

What are hamstring rehab exercises?

Hamstring rehabilitation exercises can aid recovery and help prevent future injuries. Rehabilitation protocols typically call for a combination of stretching and strengthening movements. While severe ...
AOL

15 Essential Hamstring Exercises to Build Muscle and Boost Your Athleticism

Hamstring Flossing How to Do It: Lie on your back and grab one thigh behind your knee with both hands, creating a 90-degree bend relative to your torso. Make sure that opposite leg is straight to ...