See A-Z of rehabilitation exercises
This exercise is to strengthen the hamstrings muscles.
This first video is a straightforward hamstrings exercise.
In the second video as a progression we have added ankle weights and increased the speed and number of repetitions.
Here are some still images for anyone who cannot view the video.
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Lie on your stomach on a firm surface. |
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Bend the one knee slowly. |
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Bend it as much as you are able. |
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Slowly lower it again. |
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Then slowly bend the other knee. Alternate, and repeat 10 times. |
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