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Foam Roller Hamstring Release

  • Beginner
  • Foam Roller
  • Hamstrings

Setup instructions

1) Place the foam roller on the floor and sit behind it with your legs extended. The back of your thighs should have contact with the roller. Your hands should have contact with the floor at all times.

2) Sit tall with your chest up.

Perform instructions

1) Find the area of discomfort and hold it in place - apply some pressure.

2) Slowly roll back and forth along the muscle.

Note: If you discover more discomfort around the area, repeat step 1 (for about 20-30s). You shouldn't feel pain.

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