Exercise Comparison
90/90 Hamstring vs Standing Toe Touches
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Muscle Analysis
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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.
Standing Toe Touches
Stand with some space in front and behind you.
Bend at the waist, keeping your legs straight, until you can relax and let your upper body hang down in front of you. Let your arms and hands hang down naturally. Hold for 10 to 20 seconds.
Verdict
Both exercises target the hamstrings. 90/90 Hamstring is a beginner exercise using bodyweight, while Standing Toe Touches is beginner and uses none. Choose 90/90 Hamstring if you have access to bodyweight, or Standing Toe Touches if you prefer none.