Often times, our hamstrings are tight from many of the athletic activities we engage in. From the repetitive action of aerobics to skiing and running to cycling, our hamstrings tighten and shorten over time. There are a number of Yoga asanas that will keep your hamstrings strong and flexible. Maintaining flexibility in your hamstrings is important because you are much less likely to sustain an injury in your hamstring area or lower back area. Flexible and strong hamstring muscles will also help you to keep your spine in an easy, optimal alignment as you move through the course of your daily activities.
Crescent Lunge into Forward Folding Hamstring Stretch
It is best to warm-up first with five to ten repetitions of the Sun Salutation before performing Forward Folding Hamstring Stretch. When you are adequately warmed up, come to the top of your Yoga mat in Equal Standing Pose. To begin your practice of Forward Folding Hamstring Stretch, move through the initial stages of the Sun Salutation. As you come out of Downward Facing Dog, place your right knee on your Yoga mat and your left foot flat on your mat. Keep your left foot aligned with your left hip and approximately one and a half feet in front of the line of your right knee.