Platform Hamstring Slides
- Equipment
- Other
- Difficulty
- Beginner
- Force
- Pull
- Mechanic
- Isolation
- Type
- Strength
Also works: Glutes
How to do the Platform Hamstring Slides
- 1
For this movement a wooden floor or similar is needed. Lay on your back with your legs extended. Place a gym towel or a light weight underneath your heel. This will be your starting position.
- 2
Begin the movement by flexing the knee, keeping your other leg straight.
- 3
Continue bringing the heel closer to you, sliding it on the floor.
- 4
At full knee flexion, reverse the movement to return to the starting position.
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