Muscle Group
Hamstrings Exercises
The hamstrings are a group of three muscles on the back of your thigh responsible for knee flexion and hip extension. Strong hamstrings improve athletic performance and help prevent knee injuries.
Hamstrings Training Tips
Expert advice for maximizing your results
Include both hip hinge and leg curl movements
Romanian deadlifts stretch hamstrings under load
Control the eccentric for maximum growth
Single-leg work addresses imbalances
All Hamstrings Exercises
Browse 277 exercises targeting your hamstrings
90/90 Hamstring
Hamstrings
Advanced Kettlebell Windmill
Abdominals
Alternate Leg Diagonal Bound
Quadriceps
Alternating Hang Clean
Hamstrings
Atlas Stone Trainer
Lower Back
Atlas Stones
Lower Back
Axle Deadlift
Lower Back
Backward Drag
Quadriceps
Balance Board
Calves
Ball Leg Curl
Hamstrings
Band Good Morning
Hamstrings
Band Good Morning (Pull Through)
Hamstrings
Barbell Deadlift
Lower Back
Barbell Full Squat
Quadriceps
Barbell Glute Bridge
Glutes
Barbell Hack Squat
Quadriceps
Barbell Hip Thrust
Glutes
Barbell Lunge
Quadriceps
Barbell Rollout from Bench
Abdominals
Barbell Side Split Squat
Quadriceps
Barbell Squat
Quadriceps
Barbell Squat To A Bench
Quadriceps
Barbell Step Ups
Quadriceps
Barbell Walking Lunge
Quadriceps
Bear Crawl Sled Drags
Quadriceps
Bench Jump
Quadriceps
Bench Sprint
Quadriceps
Bent Press
Abdominals
Bicycling
Quadriceps
Bicycling, Stationary
Quadriceps
Related Muscle Groups
These muscles often work together with your chest
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about hamstrings training
How do I target hamstrings vs glutes?
Hip-dominant movements with a slight knee bend (like RDLs) target hamstrings more, while deep squats and hip thrusts emphasize glutes.
Are leg curls necessary?
While hip hinges work hamstrings, leg curls provide unique stimulus through knee flexion that Romanian deadlifts don't fully replicate.
Why do my hamstrings cramp easily?
Hamstring cramps often indicate weakness or fatigue. Gradually increase training volume and ensure adequate hydration and electrolyte intake.
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