I’ve been doing a lot of work to strengthen my legs lately; the move that has made the biggest difference is the hamstring ...

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If you’re a frequent gym-goer, you’re likely very familiar with barbells, dumbbells and pull-up bars. You may even have found yourself utilizing suspension systems (TRX), kettlebells, resistance bands ...

The hamstring muscle group is a common location for injuries among runners. Eccentric exercises are a key strategy to prevent and recover from hamstring issues. Since the hamstring muscle crosses both ...

Exercising your hamstrings is important for mobility (movement), athletic performance, and reducing injury risk. A glute bridge improves hip stability and alignment (proper position of the hips). This ...

The hamstrings tend to get a lot of love during a stretch routine (who doesn’t have tight hammies?). When it comes to strength training, though, the quads and calves steal most of the spotlight — ...

The three powerful muscles running down the back of your thigh are the semitendinosus, semimembranosus, and the bicep femoris. Together, these muscles are known as your hamstrings. The hamstring is ...