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Want stronger, more powerful legs?

Dont skip the muscles you cant seeyourhamstrings.

Lets dive into the best moves to keep your hamstrings strong, balanced, and ready for anything.

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But heres the catch: Hamstrings are among the most frequently strained muscles, Collins says.

Keeping them strong isnt just about peak performanceits a smart way to prevent injuries.

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Looking to level up your hamstring game?

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These exercises target strength, stability, and flexibility, with options for every fitness level.

Pro-tip: Dont program all the moves in a single session.

You dont want to overload your hammies and get hurt, which just defeats the purpose.

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Instead, start by adding one to two exercises on leg day and slowly progress from there.

Seated hamstring curl

Looking to isolate your hamstrings and finish your sweat session strong?

Seated hamstring curls are a must.

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This is a great exercise to wrap up your workout.

Hamstring bridge

Kick your glutes bridge up a notch.

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Single-leg hamstring bridge (each side separately)

Nailed the hamstring bridge above?

Take it to the next level with this single-leg version.

It not only challenges your hamstrings but also engages your hip stabilizers, Collins says.

Start with light weights (or none at all) before progressing to heavier weights.

Feeling a little wobbly on one leg?

Hold onto something sturdy for balance if needed.

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