Squat thrust

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Primary target:
Legs (Hamstrings)
Secondary target:
Stomach (Abdominals), Bum (Gluteals), Legs (Hip Flexors, Quadriceps)
Difficulty:
(6/10)
Equipment required:
How many reps should I do?
What weight should I use?

Techniques

To perform the Squat thrust safely, please follow these steps:
  1. Start with your hands and feet on the floor, with your back parallel to the floor
  2. Keeping your hands still, jump your feet forward so the knees are bent, try to go as far as you can
  3. Now jump your feet back again so your legs are outstretched
  4. Repeat steps 2 and 3 for the suggested time or until you can no longer maintain correct technique

Alternatives

Standing hamstring stretch with single leg
Standing hamstring stretch
Jogging
Leg curl with fitball
Hamstring stretch with fitball
Standing hamstring and lower back stretch
Seated hamstring stretch