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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 …

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