
The Good, The Bad, and The Ugly of Hamstring Strengthening Exercises
By Sandy Baird, DC, ART
When it comes to strengthening exercises for the hamstrings, a more accurate description would be “Good, Better, and Ugly”. Most hamstring injuries occur during the late-swing phase of gait, as the hamstrings eccentrically contract to help slow down the leg. Any strengthening that can be done in an eccentric manner can help prevent …