Exercise Comparison
90/90 Hamstring vs Upper Back-Leg Grab
Side-by-Side
Muscle Analysis
Shared
Only in 90/90 Hamstring
Only in Upper Back-Leg Grab
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.
Upper Back-Leg Grab
While seated, bend forward to hug your thighs from underneath with both arms.
Keep your knees together and your legs extended out as you bring your chest down to your knees. You can also stretch your middle back by pulling your back away from your knees as your hugging them.
Verdict
Both exercises target the hamstrings. 90/90 Hamstring is a beginner exercise using bodyweight, while Upper Back-Leg Grab is beginner and uses none. Choose 90/90 Hamstring if you have access to bodyweight, or Upper Back-Leg Grab if you prefer none.