WOAH!!!! This really works. before watching video I could barely bend over and reach my ankles. By the end of the video (1st time watching) I could bend over and almost place my hands flat on the ground. WOW!
My results were not quite that dramatic but similar! I could finally touch my toes after just following along. Keeping the back arched really pounds those hammies! I also wonder if minding the back and chest distracts the mind to enable a more intense stretch without reactive contraction/jerking.
@@appuser instant results are not the goal. example: if you flex your quads for 10 seconds the hamstrings will relax and you will get a huge gain in ability to stretch the hamstring. But it won't last.
@@thersten yeah, I've definitely gained some flexibility, and can do a full half bend now and touch the ground, but I have to warm up to it first each time.
i can def vouch for this vid, been having some serious and instance lower back pain for the last 2 years or so which was affecting my mobility and sleep. just doing this for 3 days once in the morning and once at night has already made my physical and mental health significantly. For those curious as to what worked for me: 3 Sets in the Morning and 3 sets in the evening - 15 reps of stretch #1 - 15 reps of stretch #2 - 15 reps of stretch #3 ~ hold the last rep of each stretch for 10-15 secs, trying to sink deeper while maintaining posture thank you so much for this strength side!
Bro, I'm SO stiff and have been for a long time since my back injury and being on my feet all day at work. I've gone through all kinds of treatments that haven't helped much, and I want to let you know I love your gentle and encouraging approach toward beginner level exercises - these kind of exercises have been helping me feel more grounded and at peace with my body as I continue to work it. Thank you for showing that this is a long process and encouraging people to just stick with it even if they don't see results for quite some time.
What happened to your back Stefan? I am also really stiff and I have a bulging disc in my lower back. every time I try to do bent over movements like this, the disc ends up hitting a nerve or I get a bad back muscle spasm. I think my lower back has become incredibly weak over time and my hips, glutes, and hamstrings are extremely tight. are these exercises safe for me to do with a bulging disc? im hoping your situation is similar and you can guide me on what I can and can’t do
@@GautamJBhojwani I would say definitely take it slow with any movements like this. As he said in the video, not everyone will be able to do this right away and you don't want to push a tender area too hard so if all you can manage is an inch be proud of that inch. Making sure to keep that arch in your back should help as well. And work on it incrementally every day, even if all you can do is just a little. I started with the squat position he shows in another video even though at the time I could hardly manage it without falling over but after about a month or so of doing it consistently I can get down pretty far. If your legs get as stiff as mine there's also a few videos on loosening the ankles as well as the hips without any sort of bending forward movement that has been helpful in conjunction with finding a good pair of barefoot style shoes that are passable for work shoes - the pain may be further up but foot and ankle support can help take a lot of the strain off the area you feel most effected(Yes, it all connects). Most of all, breathe and be patient because it really is a long process.
@@GautamJBhojwani hello, I have the same problem as you did. Now I have weak back muscles and very tight hamstrings, so I can't even reach my knees. I would really appreciate it if you could tell me if these exercises are affective and if they were painful .
I most definitely made progress with these stretches! I went from being able to reach about 2-3" below my knees (my everyday limits), to all the way down to my toes. Yes!
I practise yoga and I always struggle with downward facing dog because of my hamstrings… this exercise helps soooo much! I’ve been practising for a few days and I really can see the improvement! Thanks!
I've stopped doing all of my physical activities for 2 months and now I came back and your video was the 1st thing I tried (again) and my lower back feels blessed lol
@@Gods._.Child. I start with the first one while I’m hot in the shower. Then do the other 2. I really try to make it only a few minutes total- the routine- nice and quick, so that the habit would form without being a big task to accomplish. The great thing is that forming the habit and seeing the results set up a fitness mindset. I’m now lifting weights again and sprinting when I hadn’t done much of that in years. I wish I would have done before and after pictures
I'm coming at this at 40, not old i know that, football car wrecks and all around being young and dumb with the body has had its toll. With all that said at some point I figured there had to be something better, then a more natural life style started coming to mind. Which I'm country any ways grow gardens raise animals things like that. But instead of all of life beimg so ridged stand one position all day sit one way all day, get to moving like all the foreign folks you see with the way they squat and things like that. Boy it's made a huge difference for me, thanks to so many out there who do these type videos
"Yes I have my shirt off to show my muscles of course, but also..." - That was actually funny. Watching a ton of fitness channels I don't even think about it anymore so it's just amusing it hear it expressed.
It also make me realised how much I have been watching those steroid youtuber. My first reaction was skinnh yoga instructor but he actually has good muscle lines definition.
I am in my early seventies. And I have been workg out regularly for the past 35 years. My hamstrings are tighter on my left side. I stretch my hamstrings as often as I can. I wd like to try these. Hopefully I will not hurt myself. 😂
I used to dance professionally. I had full splits. Flexibility was never a problem. Now at age 71 and 30 years from my last dance class, arthritic knees that don’t bend all the way anymore without extreme pain and very tight hams, this progression felt good. It hurt, but it was that old good hurt. My extreme flexibility when young allowed me an injury free career. I was dumb to let it go. Hoping to regain some of it back. I am thinking it will be very beneficial as I continue to grow old!
I’m doing these three stretches and I’m on my second week, leg and hip are feeling and I’m dedicating this next year to flexibility and building back muscle. Thank you
HOLY CRAP!!!! IM ALMOST IN TEARS!!!! I have had one injury after another after exiting the Marine Corps in the past 10 years. I haven't been able to hardly touch past my knees. In the TEN minutes of stretching with you I JUST TOUCHED THE FLOOR!!!!! YOUR FREAKING AWESOME!!!
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I really aspire to be as flexible as you. I'm 6'1 roughly 180 pounds, so not out of shape really.. but I find my body is so TENSE/TIGHT. I've been doing full body stretches, and I can literally FEEL the blood flow to all my limbs and extremities. Thanks to you and every other fitness guru I've watched on here. The key is to stay consistent and try not to sink into old habits.
It's pretty nuts that many of us have been active/athletic our whole lives - with all of the stretching that comes along with it. Absolutely WILD how different this made my hammies feel. LOVE it - instant subscribe (hoping you have lots of movement and mobility content)
This felt so good, for the first time it feels like I actually was really loosening my hams. They feel pretty sore at the moment but I'm going to keep doing this! Thanks for the great video!
i have to say a lot of the comments here are sketchy. it gave me a “too good to be true” vibe. but honestly after 2 days i’ve noticed a huge difference. for most hamstring stretches i could never really find one to stick with where i could see consistent progress, but i can really feel it here. can’t believe i just touched the ground after doing it thank you so much
Having had previous round of sciatica, after event gym work, had developed a dull ache in my right leg, had tried numerous things but nothing gained. Came across this exercise and wow, after the first try, immediate relief, awesome...I know not every stretch and every exercise works for all people, but this amazingly worked for me, you should at least try...and be gentle on your body! Thanks for the clip and advice, awesome
I have been training for the past 2 years and like you said I am getting stronger but stiffer. Your channel is amazing and just what I need. Thanks for sharing x
Thank so much dude! I've just started my morning routine journey and following your videos has been a godsend. After just 4 days I was able to touch my toes and now finding this video is perfect as my hammies are a stiff mess! Keep being wonderful G x
Holy moly I just touched the floor. That's insane! You're a wizard! I'm gonna keep coming back to this. My hamstrings are painfully tight and I wanna cry because they finally feel good!
Wow, after just one set I was able to touch the ground with my hands flat. I will definitely make this a daily routine. What I really like Josh, is that you are showing easy exercises for all levels. Your videos are totally inspiring.
Hi Josh I've been doing this (together with other routine) about twice a week for about 2 months. Today I felt almost no pain when folding forward as I used to. I'll surely keep at it. Thanks a lot for the progress so far. I'll keep you up in the following months
Woah Just touched my toes! What a great video, first time ive ever been excited to stretch them out again tomorrow! I would love to join as a member on your app just a bit too much for me so really appreciate all of your free content on here. Thank you man
Really helpful, bro!!! Thank you, thank you!!! I really didn’t realize how much time this would take, but I will say after this stretch was so helpful. I incorporated this into a daily practice because I have lower back pain, and this stretch (plus some of your others) have been SO life changing. Again, thank you!!
I never thought that with my discopathy I would be able to bend so deep after watching your videos. You've just become my number one channel when it comes to exercise. Thanks a lot!
I have not touched my toes for probably 30 years and over the last couple of months have made my mission to accomplish it. I have been having no success after watching a few videos on youtube. I watched this video for over lunchtime today following the exercises shown and can now touch my toes again. Highly recommend.
Yessss love this 🙌🙌🙌🙌 we see endless people trying to static stretch with no load, likely making the muscles tighten up even more from fear! Loving your explanation of giving the hamstrings a 'reason' to go deeper! 🙌
I am 63 yrs old and have been watching your channel from the inception. I have been able to do a majority of your moves without much difficulty and every time I do those stretches I feel fine. Some of your moves are unthinkable of course. You are doing a great job son and really appreciate your effort. Greetings from Sri Lanka. (I performed the third one without much difficulty).
I’ve have tight hamstrings that goes past my knees into the calves. I’ve been over stretching them the regular way. Very painful. Im very flexible but afraid to reinjure. I tried your exercises cautiously. They really did make a difference even after one time. There something about arching the back that works. ❤️
I’m a classically trained dancer. 2 weeks ago I partially tore one of my small hamstring muscles while running choreography in the studio. Never before have I been able to get in that low squat position without my heels slightly off the floor until today. I did all 3 of the recommended sets and by the end of that 3rd set, even with a torn hamstring, I was able to get into that deep squat with heels completely on the floor….I’m impressed!
How crazy is it that this ACTUALLY works?! We’re so used to staying in our comfort zone and this pushes you just enough to realize that you can unlock a new comfort zone. Do NOT underestimate your body besties ❤️ thank you for this Josh!!
I’m a senior and have long worked at keeping fit and flexible with daily toe touches which paid off when I slipped on a wet tile floor and seriously strained my left hamstring, essentially falling into a split; likely would have torn it otherwise. Was better in a week, and now working the hams more and increasing daily balance exercises. Falls do in a lot of senior citizens.
I just watched one of your old videos and noticed that you're much more peaceful now than you were back then. Not that you were nervous in your old videos, not at all, but now you seem almost unnaturally calm. Is that due to being so in touch with your body? I have a theory that flexible people are naturally more calm because their bodies don't hold on to tension as much as an inflexible person does. I don't know if this is true or if it's me talking out my ass though. If you could give your thoughts on this it would be great!
This routine truly works. I dont remember I was ever able to bend and touch the ground, I ve been doing these exercices for just 2 days and I can touch the ground without bending my knees! Thank you so much, I always thought Im just not flexible and will never be, but I just was not doing the proper movements! 🥰
I was feeling tightness in my shoulder and neck from my hamstrings being so tight. These exercises ESPECIALLY the last one helped me immediately. Thank you so much 💛✨
Hamstrings are my biggest problem. Learning (still learning) how to do the kettlebell swing (if its not activating hamstrings its not right) has helped me significantly. Giving these a go is very interesting, as the motions are very similar to the swing. The crawl for 5 minutes idea from another video is also quite a challenge!
Best Hamstring stretches on TH-cam by far!!! I watch a bunch of Chiropractors, Physiotherapist using elastic bands, rolls... All non-sense, this is the real deal! You feel it within the first few minutes especially the one sitting down, awesome video, great job!!!
Indeed! I strained my back a year ago and just realized I can’t arch my back! I can do bridges and bench press but your explanation made me notice I was compensating for a nearly paralyzed lower back! I did a few series of the seated exercise and I already feel better! Thanks!
UNBELIEVABLE. I haven't been able to touch the floor with a straight leg stretch in years. Hamstrings have been locked from years of cycling without proper stretching. Did it easily just following through with this video once!!! Can't wait to see the results from adding this to my routine. Thank you. This is life changing.
I love your videos and the clarity and kindness that infuse your approach. Great idea to model the back curvature in a chair first - that really helped. The shirt off to show your muscles helped too. ;)
I’ve been really tight in my upper hammy and haven’t even been able to get parallel on an air squat and I felt like a beast after doing this just one time THANK YOU
I've never been able to have luck untightening my hamstrings. Even as a kid when I took ballet for a short stint, I was able to bend over backwards and hold my ankles, make floor baskets where my feet rested on my head, but never could touch toes. Definitely gonna work on these gradually because nowadays nearing 40 lol Thank you so much for this!
For stretch #2 it's simply amazing how such a small change in keeping your back straight can make a huge improvement in the exercise. Thanks a lot for sharing!
Man this is awesome! Exactly what I was looking for! Trying to get in the L-sit but no flexibility: I'll stick to this routine because even with just this 10 minutes I feel better. Thank you guys, always been a lurker since I stumbled on your channel, but always been a subscriber because of your approach and what you bring to the community. Keep on keepin' on!
That was intense BUT I could really appreciate loading the hamstrings to open them up. I feel really good and mobile in my posterior aftet this stretch routine. Thanks for the guidance. Peace.
Wow this helped alot , i have really tight hamtrings due to me always sitting and sleeping with folded legs and i couldnt touch my knees without bending my legs , this stretch hurt but it was super beneficial and i can just almost touch my toes if i do this everyday then ill be able to touch the floor without problem.
WOAH!!!! This really works. before watching video I could barely bend over and reach my ankles. By the end of the video (1st time watching) I could bend over and almost place my hands flat on the ground. WOW!
how long did you take?
My results were not quite that dramatic but similar! I could finally touch my toes after just following along. Keeping the back arched really pounds those hammies! I also wonder if minding the back and chest distracts the mind to enable a more intense stretch without reactive contraction/jerking.
@@appuser instant results are not the goal. example: if you flex your quads for 10 seconds the hamstrings will relax and you will get a huge gain in ability to stretch the hamstring. But it won't last.
@@thersten yeah, I've definitely gained some flexibility, and can do a full half bend now and touch the ground, but I have to warm up to it first each time.
same situation for meeee°!! it worked, Thank uuuuu
My wife caught me watching this, then I was forced to actually do it :)
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i can def vouch for this vid, been having some serious and instance lower back pain for the last 2 years or so which was affecting my mobility and sleep. just doing this for 3 days once in the morning and once at night has already made my physical and mental health significantly. For those curious as to what worked for me:
3 Sets in the Morning and 3 sets in the evening
- 15 reps of stretch #1
- 15 reps of stretch #2
- 15 reps of stretch #3
~ hold the last rep of each stretch for 10-15 secs, trying to sink deeper while maintaining posture
thank you so much for this strength side!
Bro, I'm SO stiff and have been for a long time since my back injury and being on my feet all day at work. I've gone through all kinds of treatments that haven't helped much, and I want to let you know I love your gentle and encouraging approach toward beginner level exercises - these kind of exercises have been helping me feel more grounded and at peace with my body as I continue to work it. Thank you for showing that this is a long process and encouraging people to just stick with it even if they don't see results for quite some time.
😁🙏thank you man! I hope you Keep making small progress every day 😁
What happened to your back Stefan? I am also really stiff and I have a bulging disc in my lower back. every time I try to do bent over movements like this, the disc ends up hitting a nerve or I get a bad back muscle spasm. I think my lower back has become incredibly weak over time and my hips, glutes, and hamstrings are extremely tight. are these exercises safe for me to do with a bulging disc? im hoping your situation is similar and you can guide me on what I can and can’t do
@@GautamJBhojwani I would say definitely take it slow with any movements like this. As he said in the video, not everyone will be able to do this right away and you don't want to push a tender area too hard so if all you can manage is an inch be proud of that inch. Making sure to keep that arch in your back should help as well. And work on it incrementally every day, even if all you can do is just a little. I started with the squat position he shows in another video even though at the time I could hardly manage it without falling over but after about a month or so of doing it consistently I can get down pretty far. If your legs get as stiff as mine there's also a few videos on loosening the ankles as well as the hips without any sort of bending forward movement that has been helpful in conjunction with finding a good pair of barefoot style shoes that are passable for work shoes - the pain may be further up but foot and ankle support can help take a lot of the strain off the area you feel most effected(Yes, it all connects). Most of all, breathe and be patient because it really is a long process.
@@stefanmckannon1634 Thanks for taking the time to reply me, appreciate the advice. Just going to take it slow and steady.
@@GautamJBhojwani hello, I have the same problem as you did. Now I have weak back muscles and very tight hamstrings, so I can't even reach my knees. I would really appreciate it if you could tell me if these exercises are affective and if they were painful .
Been doing these everyday for only like 3 days and i see HUGE improvement already!!! Thanks so much for helping all of us out ❤️
And now? Did you improve even more?
This video was so helpful thank you! The before and after was a huge difference!
I most definitely made progress with these stretches! I went from being able to reach about 2-3" below my knees (my everyday limits), to all the way down to my toes. Yes!
Thanks for sharing. I am a yoga teacher going back to basic for the beginners just to encourage them is awesome. Practice &
it will come. 👍❤️
I practise yoga and I always struggle with downward facing dog because of my hamstrings… this exercise helps soooo much! I’ve been practising for a few days and I really can see the improvement! Thanks!
great to hear!
I've stopped doing all of my physical activities for 2 months and now I came back and your video was the 1st thing I tried (again) and my lower back feels blessed lol
I’ve committed to this every other day for 2 months now and it has honestly changed my life
Really? I wanna start goo bro
Yeah. I sit more comfortably. Stand more comfortably. I use to get tingling in my toes. Not anymore. Sex is more comfortable. 😅
Tell me about your process plzz😅please
@@Gods._.Child. I start with the first one while I’m hot in the shower. Then do the other 2. I really try to make it only a few minutes total- the routine- nice and quick, so that the habit would form without being a big task to accomplish.
The great thing is that forming the habit and seeing the results set up a fitness mindset. I’m now lifting weights again and sprinting when I hadn’t done much of that in years.
I wish I would have done before and after pictures
@@Graceisbadthat’s great! Did your flexibility improve by a lot? Are you able to do a forward fold now?
I'm coming at this at 40, not old i know that, football car wrecks and all around being young and dumb with the body has had its toll. With all that said at some point I figured there had to be something better, then a more natural life style started coming to mind. Which I'm country any ways grow gardens raise animals things like that. But instead of all of life beimg so ridged stand one position all day sit one way all day, get to moving like all the foreign folks you see with the way they squat and things like that. Boy it's made a huge difference for me, thanks to so many out there who do these type videos
"Pay attention to the sensations that are arising."
I feel an indescribable terror in my soul.
Just started. I will keep doing this every day. Thank you.
"Yes I have my shirt off to show my muscles of course, but also..." - That was actually funny. Watching a ton of fitness channels I don't even think about it anymore so it's just amusing it hear it expressed.
Truth bomb. Much respect 👊🏽😂
glad you said it lol .. yea it was a simple joke that put a smile on my face XD
It also make me realised how much I have been watching those steroid youtuber. My first reaction was skinnh yoga instructor but he actually has good muscle lines definition.
Simple authenticity goes a long way.
I always feel you are one of those Sadhus on the banks of Ganges
Thanks!
I am in my early seventies. And I have been workg out regularly for the past 35 years. My hamstrings are tighter on my left side. I stretch my hamstrings as often as I can. I wd like to try these. Hopefully I will not hurt myself. 😂
Thank you I’m gonna keep using this I have cheer try outs
Doc : "where are your hamstrings sir ?"
"I haven't unlocked them yet"
Doc : "oh... what!?"
Gotta beat the first boss
@@Strengthside indeed. Never thought you would reply to my comment tbh :D
@@Strengthside after purchasing the dlc that is ofcourse
@@Strengthside So I guess you are that first boss to beat. You'd actually make a decent Dothraki or something like that. ^^
What a great routine, big help, you also reminded me how important it is to keep that arch in the back. Thanks.
I used to dance professionally. I had full splits. Flexibility was never a problem. Now at age 71 and 30 years from my last dance class, arthritic knees that don’t bend all the way anymore without extreme pain and very tight hams, this progression felt good. It hurt, but it was that old good hurt. My extreme flexibility when young allowed me an injury free career. I was dumb to let it go. Hoping to regain some of it back. I am thinking it will be very beneficial as I continue to grow old!
Look up the kneesovertoes exercises
Keep it up!!! ❤
I’m doing these three stretches and I’m on my second week, leg and hip are feeling and I’m dedicating this next year to flexibility and building back muscle. Thank you
HOLY CRAP!!!! IM ALMOST IN TEARS!!!! I have had one injury after another after exiting the Marine Corps in the past 10 years. I haven't been able to hardly touch past my knees. In the TEN minutes of stretching with you I JUST TOUCHED THE FLOOR!!!!! YOUR FREAKING AWESOME!!!
That's amazing, I'm happy it works!!
Semper Fi dirtbag. Lol.
Yay you! Hope you continued to heal!
Awesome to hear. Where did you have the pain?
Allah Akbar. Congrats bro :)
Thank you very much
I love the way the dog just casually walks by.
I have FAI and this routine truly unlocks my hamstrings to give my hips a break! Thanks mate
Fantastic. Made me improve hamstring flexibility in 10 min more than in years. Thank you so much !!!
This is amazing, I had really tight hamstrings and this is helping a lot! Thanks!!
I've had sciatica for 6+ years and my hammies are AWFUL! These beginner stretches were just what I needed. Thanks bro
Get an MRI to make sure it's not your SI Joints being inflamed. A T2 Fatsat type should show. Good luck!
feels good will add it to the routine
Now that I've realised
...I have a very very very stiff lower back....🤕
dude, these are crazy effective. you've got my subscription. gonna do these daily
Were you able to open up those hammies? Having any trouble stretching anything else? Let us know in the comments below!
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Nice 👍
Do you have a video for hips? My hamstrings are flexible but my hips are tight.
Calves ! Help !
Upper pec where it meets the shoulder ! Help !
Front of the neck ! Help !
I really aspire to be as flexible as you. I'm 6'1 roughly 180 pounds, so not out of shape really.. but I find my body is so TENSE/TIGHT. I've been doing full body stretches, and I can literally FEEL the blood flow to all my limbs and extremities. Thanks to you and every other fitness guru I've watched on here.
The key is to stay consistent and try not to sink into old habits.
I’ve been trying to loosen up my hamstrings for a while and this has helped the most! Thank you!
Very helpful, thanx. I'm 69, my knees are arthritic and these stretches work well! 😊
It's pretty nuts that many of us have been active/athletic our whole lives - with all of the stretching that comes along with it. Absolutely WILD how different this made my hammies feel. LOVE it - instant subscribe (hoping you have lots of movement and mobility content)
This felt so good, for the first time it feels like I actually was really loosening my hams. They feel pretty sore at the moment but I'm going to keep doing this! Thanks for the great video!
i have to say a lot of the comments here are sketchy. it gave me a “too good to be true” vibe. but honestly after 2 days i’ve noticed a huge difference.
for most hamstring stretches i could never really find one to stick with where i could see consistent progress, but i can really feel it here. can’t believe i just touched the ground after doing it
thank you so much
Excellent. My squat improves as we go!
Having had previous round of sciatica, after event gym work, had developed a dull ache in my right leg, had tried numerous things but nothing gained. Came across this exercise and wow, after the first try, immediate relief, awesome...I know not every stretch and every exercise works for all people, but this amazingly worked for me, you should at least try...and be gentle on your body! Thanks for the clip and advice, awesome
Happy to hear it!
That was amazing, I have never had my hamstrings feel like this. Thank you
I have been training for the past 2 years and like you said I am getting stronger but stiffer. Your channel is amazing and just what I need. Thanks for sharing x
thanks for the tips
Thank so much dude! I've just started my morning routine journey and following your videos has been a godsend. After just 4 days I was able to touch my toes and now finding this video is perfect as my hammies are a stiff mess! Keep being wonderful G x
Holy moly I just touched the floor. That's insane! You're a wizard! I'm gonna keep coming back to this. My hamstrings are painfully tight and I wanna cry because they finally feel good!
Wow, after just one set I was able to touch the ground with my hands flat. I will definitely make this a daily routine. What I really like Josh, is that you are showing easy exercises for all levels. Your videos are totally inspiring.
This video is really Helpful, Thank you very much Mr.
Hi Josh I've been doing this (together with other routine) about twice a week for about 2 months. Today I felt almost no pain when folding forward as I used to. I'll surely keep at it.
Thanks a lot for the progress so far. I'll keep you up in the following months
Woah Just touched my toes! What a great video, first time ive ever been excited to stretch them out again tomorrow! I would love to join as a member on your app just a bit too much for me so really appreciate all of your free content on here. Thank you man
I especially like the first, seated stretch. My hamstrings are so tight, it's an easy and safe first move.
Natural materials, love it:)
Really helpful, bro!!! Thank you, thank you!!! I really didn’t realize how much time this would take, but I will say after this stretch was so helpful. I incorporated this into a daily practice because I have lower back pain, and this stretch (plus some of your others) have been SO life changing. Again, thank you!!
I never thought that with my discopathy I would be able to bend so deep after watching your videos. You've just become my number one channel when it comes to exercise. Thanks a lot!
I have not touched my toes for probably 30 years and over the last couple of months have made my mission to accomplish it. I have been having no success after watching a few videos on youtube. I watched this video for over lunchtime today following the exercises shown and can now touch my toes again. Highly recommend.
Thanks. I’ve watched some other channels’ vids; yours has easily been the most helpful. Subbed… and I rarely sub.
Yessss love this 🙌🙌🙌🙌 we see endless people trying to static stretch with no load, likely making the muscles tighten up even more from fear! Loving your explanation of giving the hamstrings a 'reason' to go deeper! 🙌
This few ones already helped some cm. Thanks
I'd love to see stretching exercises for the psoas muscle 🙂
Look up Taro Iwamoto
Great Stretches! Thanks
I am 63 yrs old and have been watching your channel from the inception. I have been able to do a majority of your moves without much difficulty and every time I do those stretches I feel fine. Some of your moves are unthinkable of course. You are doing a great job son and really appreciate your effort. Greetings from Sri Lanka. (I performed the third one without much difficulty).
this video is insane!! I've been working on my split and after doing these stretches one time my split almost hit the ground!!
I’ve have tight hamstrings that goes past my knees into the calves. I’ve been over stretching them the regular way. Very painful. Im very flexible but afraid to reinjure. I tried your exercises cautiously. They really did make a difference even after one time. There something about arching the back that works. ❤️
Subscribed cause I like your vibe man. Great stretches, gonna try to keep at it.
I’m a classically trained dancer. 2 weeks ago I partially tore one of my small hamstring muscles while running choreography in the studio. Never before have I been able to get in that low squat position without my heels slightly off the floor until today. I did all 3 of the recommended sets and by the end of that 3rd set, even with a torn hamstring, I was able to get into that deep squat with heels completely on the floor….I’m impressed!
I’m a dancer too! I’m going to try these.
This exercise allowed me to touch my toes for the first time in about 25 years!
no way? That's awesome! Congrats!
Who cuts your nails?
@@ConstructiveMinds100 Well Ray Liotta used to do it. But he's gone now so I don't know what I'm gonna do.
Thank you!
How crazy is it that this ACTUALLY works?!
We’re so used to staying in our comfort zone and this pushes you just enough to realize that you can unlock a new comfort zone. Do NOT underestimate your body besties ❤️ thank you for this Josh!!
That was really effective. Cheers mate
Yes I definitely felt a difference! I can touch the ground and after the routine I went even deeper! Thank you so much❤
I’m a senior and have long worked at keeping fit and flexible with daily toe touches which paid off when I slipped on a wet tile floor and seriously strained my left hamstring, essentially falling into a split; likely would have torn it otherwise. Was better in a week, and now working the hams more and increasing daily balance exercises. Falls do in a lot of senior citizens.
I just watched one of your old videos and noticed that you're much more peaceful now than you were back then. Not that you were nervous in your old videos, not at all, but now you seem almost unnaturally calm. Is that due to being so in touch with your body? I have a theory that flexible people are naturally more calm because their bodies don't hold on to tension as much as an inflexible person does. I don't know if this is true or if it's me talking out my ass though. If you could give your thoughts on this it would be great!
thats true
more flexible you are more calm you are
There’s definitely a link between the physical and your emotional expression. And also… getting older helps become more comfortable as wel 😁🙏
SS, where are you "angry young man/wanna kill someone" stretches? I think they might help in 2021~! Wahi' Valleys
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This routine truly works. I dont remember I was ever able to bend and touch the ground, I ve been doing these exercices for just 2 days and I can touch the ground without bending my knees! Thank you so much, I always thought Im just not flexible and will never be, but I just was not doing the proper movements! 🥰
I was feeling tightness in my shoulder and neck from my hamstrings being so tight. These exercises ESPECIALLY the last one helped me immediately. Thank you so much 💛✨
I just wanna say thank you.
Two years of Covid times made my 25 years gym routine derailed. At 78 restart is challenging. But I’m sure to met absolutely fit. Loved your spirit
Awesome, thank you!
Hamstrings are my biggest problem. Learning (still learning) how to do the kettlebell swing (if its not activating hamstrings its not right) has helped me significantly. Giving these a go is very interesting, as the motions are very similar to the swing.
The crawl for 5 minutes idea from another video is also quite a challenge!
Best Hamstring stretches on TH-cam by far!!! I watch a bunch of Chiropractors, Physiotherapist using elastic bands, rolls... All non-sense, this is the real deal! You feel it within the first few minutes especially the one sitting down, awesome video, great job!!!
Indeed! I strained my back a year ago and just realized I can’t arch my back! I can do bridges and bench press but your explanation made me notice I was compensating for a nearly paralyzed lower back! I did a few series of the seated exercise and I already feel better! Thanks!
Instant results, and really helped after a full day of sitting. Feeling mentally better too for having body movement. Thanks
UNBELIEVABLE. I haven't been able to touch the floor with a straight leg stretch in years. Hamstrings have been locked from years of cycling without proper stretching. Did it easily just following through with this video once!!! Can't wait to see the results from adding this to my routine. Thank you. This is life changing.
Wow!! Great techtinque. It's really work. My plam can touch the ground in one practice. Amazing
Love this. The last stretch felt amazing.
I love your videos and the clarity and kindness that infuse your approach. Great idea to model the back curvature in a chair first - that really helped. The shirt off to show your muscles helped too. ;)
I am captivated by this beautiful expression of soul body connection.
this felt great!
I’ve been really tight in my upper hammy and haven’t even been able to get parallel on an air squat and I felt like a beast after doing this just one time THANK YOU
I've been doing this one to two times a week for a month, I def have more hamstring flexibility now and this has helped eliminate my knee pain, too!
wow that's great!
This video came at a perfect time, I had the back of my legs sore this morning and this stretch immediately helped, thanks man!!! 👍
Thanks
I've never been able to have luck untightening my hamstrings. Even as a kid when I took ballet for a short stint, I was able to bend over backwards and hold my ankles, make floor baskets where my feet rested on my head, but never could touch toes. Definitely gonna work on these gradually because nowadays nearing 40 lol
Thank you so much for this!
I'll join you on the journey, first to touch the floor!
@@Staroy heck yeah do your best, buddy!
Who won?
@@DekarsBlade Been stretching for 15m every night befor bed, have a pretty decent high kick for my muay thai sparring now!
I really enjoyed this. Thank you. It is my first time trying so nothing happened yet 🤨😎
For stretch #2 it's simply amazing how such a small change in keeping your back straight can make a huge improvement in the exercise. Thanks a lot for sharing!
Feel fine after. Thanks
Man this is awesome! Exactly what I was looking for! Trying to get in the L-sit but no flexibility: I'll stick to this routine because even with just this 10 minutes I feel better.
Thank you guys, always been a lurker since I stumbled on your channel, but always been a subscriber because of your approach and what you bring to the community.
Keep on keepin' on!
This is an amazing exercise if you have a bad back. Really sorted my back out. Thanks man
Actually insane, did it one time and already saw incredible progress. Happy to say that I will try to do it for the next few weeks.
That was intense BUT I could really appreciate loading the hamstrings to open them up. I feel really good and mobile in my posterior aftet this stretch routine. Thanks for the guidance. Peace.
The BEST hamstring exercises!!
Thanks some much!
Please make a hamstring exercises video for people (especially men) over 60.
Wow this helped alot , i have really tight hamtrings due to me always sitting and sleeping with folded legs and i couldnt touch my knees without bending my legs , this stretch hurt but it was super beneficial and i can just almost touch my toes if i do this everyday then ill be able to touch the floor without problem.