Hamstrings

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Where are the hamstrings
(ischiocrural muscles) located?

  • Back of the thigh

Function:

  • Bend the knee

  • Extend the hip

Why is it important?

  • Important for sprinting, jumping, and bending

  • Help prevent knee injuries

  • Support the gluteal muscles

Here are machines you can use to train this muscle group:

  • Angled Leg Press

  • Hack Slide

  • Leg Extensors & Leg Flexors

  • Leg Press

  • Prone Position Leg Curl

  • Seated Leg Flexors

  • Super Squat