How to Do the Seated Hamstring

Expert · Bodyweight · Targets Hamstrings, Calves

How to perform it

1. In a seated position with your legs extended, have your partner stand behind you. Now, lean forward as your partner braces your shoulders with their hands. This will be your starting position.
2. Attempt to push your torso back for 10-20 seconds, as your partner prevents any actual movement of your torso.
3. Now relax your muscles as your partner increases the stretch by gently pushing your torso forward for 10-20 seconds.

Muscles worked

The Seated Hamstring primarily targets your Hamstrings, with support from your Calves. No equipment needed — train it anywhere.

Make it count toward your goal

Random sets rarely move the needle. In NYUS, the Seated Hamstring slots into a plan built for your goal — sets, reps and progression auto-suggested, logged in two taps, and folded into a weekly review that adapts what comes next.

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