Walking Hamstring
Starting Posture
Stand upright with feet hip-width apart.
How to Exercise
Begin by lifting your right foot off the ground and extending it straight out in front of you. Keep your leg straight and toes flexed. Engage your core and keep your back straight. Swing your leg back down and repeat on the other side. Continue walking in this manner, alternating legs.
Breath Control
Inhale as you lift your leg, and exhale as you bring it back down.
Common errors
Common errors include swinging the leg instead of extending it straight, hunching the back, and holding your breath. Be mindful of these errors and correct your form as needed.
Weights
You can add ankle weights to increase the intensity of the exercise.
Grips
Variations
To increase the difficulty, you can perform this exercise on an incline or add resistance bands for added resistance.
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Sample workouts with this movement
Fit! Programs featuring this exercise
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FlagFit
Kyrie Fontana
Project Calisthenics
Simon Ata
Mobility for athletes
John Lindsey
Planche Fit!
Gregoire Bellemare
Comments and tips
Focus on engaging your glutes and hamstrings while performing this exercise. Keep your movements controlled and avoid swinging your leg. Take short breaks if needed, as this exercise can be challenging for the hamstrings.
Cautions
Avoid arching your back or leaning too far forward during the exercise. Stop immediately if you experience any pain or discomfort in your hamstrings.