Exercise Comparison
90/90 Hamstring vs Platform Hamstring Slides
Side-by-Side
Muscle Analysis
Shared
Only in 90/90 Hamstring
Only in Platform Hamstring Slides
Instructions
90/90 Hamstring
Lie on your back, with one leg extended straight out.
With the other leg, bend the hip and knee to 90 degrees. You may brace your leg with your hands if necessary. This will be your starting position.
Extend your leg straight into the air, pausing briefly at the top. Return the leg to the starting position.
Repeat for 10-20 repetitions, and then switch to the other leg.
Platform Hamstring Slides
For this movement a wooden floor or similar is needed. Lay on your back with your legs extended. Place a gym towel or a light weight underneath your heel. This will be your starting position.
Begin the movement by flexing the knee, keeping your other leg straight.
Continue bringing the heel closer to you, sliding it on the floor.
At full knee flexion, reverse the movement to return to the starting position.
Verdict
Both exercises target the hamstrings. 90/90 Hamstring is a beginner exercise using bodyweight, while Platform Hamstring Slides is beginner and uses other. Choose 90/90 Hamstring if you have access to bodyweight, or Platform Hamstring Slides if you prefer other.