3 Hamstring Moves You Must Do by Moirangthem Robi

Moirangthem Robi belongs to the serene land of Assam, he works in Indian Navy and has been overall bodybuilding champion in Air Force, Army and Navy combined. He has several titles to his credit including the recent one – a Silver in Amateur Mr Olympia. At bodyandstrength.com, he showcases how he does his hamstring workout, which seems one of his favourites. The workout routine which gives them this status is a must to watch and follow.

Having strong hamstrings is very important because it impacts the overall health of an individual. Hamstring workout will help you in improving overall flexibility and strength also.

1. Single Leg Curl

Single leg curl is superb exercise that targets each hamstring separately.

Start with lie face down on a lying leg curl machine with one leg under the pad. Grip the handles with your hands. Your toes should be curled towards your shins initiate the hamstrings to begin curling the weight.

Bring your one leg towards your glutes squeeze. Raise the weight with your feet flexed and lower the weight with toes. Repeat all the reps of one side and switch legs.

Single leg curl helps in improving the flexibility in hamstrings

2. Double Leg Curl

Start performing by lying flat on your stomach. Adjust the pad according to your comfort. Inhale and hold the handles for support and start lifting your feet, keep your hips on the bench.  Inhale fully when you come back to the starting position.

3. Stiffed Legged Dumbbell Deadlift

Hold the pair of dumbbell with your hands. Stand straight holding dumbbell and space apart from your shoulders width.

Your knees should be bent slightly. Keep your knees still and back straight. Lower the dumbbell over the top of your feet. Keep moving forward, reps this motion until you don’t feel stretch on your hamstrings.

Stiffed legged dumbbell deadlift has numerous benefits that are bigger & stronger legs, strengthens the core and prevents injuries.

NOTE: You should avoid the hamstring workout if you are recovering from illness and injury because this workout may aggregate the problem or may be slow down the healing process.

About The Author

Moirangthem Robi Meitei

He is an overall Mr. Iron Man and belongs to Manipur. An Indian Navy officer who has won several titles including Army, Air Force and Navy overall.

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