Instructions
Grasp the barbell slightly outside shoulder width and place feet directly underneath the hips. Starting with the bar just above the knees with arms fully extended, bring the shoulders down and back, keeping the chest high. Keep a slight bend in the knees throughout the movement. Initiate by letting the bar slide down the thigh by pushing the hips back with the weight on the heel. Keeping the knees in the same position, continue to push the hips back until a maximum stretch in the hamstrings occurs. Once a maximum stretch is reached, extend the hips by engaging the glutes returning to the upright starting position. Common Errors: Bending the knees on the way down, letting the bar travel in front of the body, and relaxing the upper back.
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