Hamstring stretch

The hamstring muscle runs along the back of the upper leg. To stretch the hamstring muscles:

• Lie on the floor near the outer corner of a wall or a door frame so that your left leg is next to the wall.
• Raise your left leg and rest your left heel against the wall. Keep your left knee slightly bent.
• Gently straighten your left leg until you feel a stretch along the back of your left thigh.
• Hold for about 30 seconds.
• Switch legs and repeat.

As your flexibility increases, increase the stretch by gradually scooting yourself closer to the wall or door frame.