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ThaVirus · 05-06-2024, 10:36 AM

Anyone have any issues with hamstring tightness?

I’ve been trying to get back into sprinting and my hamstrings are by far the limiting factor. I can’t get to 80% without feeling like my hamstrings are going to rip off the bone.

I’ve done some research and apparently extended periods of sitting down can cause your hammies to shorten. I also haven’t kept any sort of stretching routine over the last 15 years so I’m sure that doesn’t help.

I’ve been focusing on hitting leg curls just in case it’s a lack of strength or muscle imbalance issue while stretching from time to time but curious if any others have dealt with similar issues..

05-06-2024, 10:36 AM	#11
ThaVirus You gotta kill a few people ThaVirus's Avatar Join Date: Sep 2007	Anyone have any issues with hamstring tightness? I’ve been trying to get back into sprinting and my hamstrings are by far the limiting factor. I can’t get to 80% without feeling like my hamstrings are going to rip off the bone. I’ve done some research and apparently extended periods of sitting down can cause your hammies to shorten. I also haven’t kept any sort of stretching routine over the last 15 years so I’m sure that doesn’t help. I’ve been focusing on hitting leg curls just in case it’s a lack of strength or muscle imbalance issue while stretching from time to time but curious if any others have dealt with similar issues..
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