A group of muscles at the back of the thigh that bend the knee and help extend the hip.
Why Hamstrings matters
Hamstrings contribute to sprinting, hinging and knee control, and benefit from training at both the hip and knee.
A practical example
Romanian deadlifts and leg curls train the hamstrings through complementary actions.
Common mistake
Using only one movement pattern or forcing a stretch beyond a controllable range.
Keep the context in mind.
Training and nutrition terms describe general principles. The right exercise, intensity or food target still depends on your experience, health, goals and schedule.
Personalised coaching
Apply the principle to your own training.
A definition is useful, but your programme still needs to match your experience, schedule, recovery and goals.
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