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Video by Capt. Matthew Holfinger

Sprinter Stretching

U.S. Marine Corps Training and Education Command

June 23, 2017 | 0:41

Lower Body Flexibility & Mobility
Target Area – Hamstring
Preparation:
The Marine will start in a half kneeling position on the deck with the back knee on the floor and the front foot flat on the ground. The Marine will place both hands flat on the deck to the right and left of their forward foot as if they were about to sprint.
Execution:
They will attempt to stand up with the hips traveling up and back while keeping the front foot and hands flat on the ground. The movement will be an attempt to straighten out the front leg. The Marine will push up and back as far as they can hold for a 2 count and return to the starting position.
Common Mistakes: - No moving the hips straight up